The Dragon and the Swordmaker: A Graphic Novel
The Dragon and the Swordmaker: A Graphic Novel
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Stone Arch Books
Just the Series: Far Out Fairy Tales   

Series and Publisher: Far Out Fairy Tales   

Annotation: Presents an adaptation of the The Elves and the Shoemaker tale in which Alfred, the village swordmaker, becomes successful making swords for area knights with the help of a friendly dragon who forges the beautiful swords during the night.
 
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Catalog Number: #240255
Format: Library Binding
Special Formats: Graphic Novel Graphic Novel
Publisher: Stone Arch Books
Copyright Date: 2021
Edition Date: 2021 Release Date: 08/01/20
Illustrator: Cano, Fernando,
Pages: 33 pages
ISBN: 1-496-59685-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-496-59685-7
Dewey: E
LCCN: 2020020868
Dimensions: 26 cm.
Language: English
Word Count: 1,492
Reading Level: 2.8
Interest Level: 3-6
Accelerated Reader: reading level: 2.8 / points: 0.5 / quiz: 509451 / grade: Middle Grades
Lexile: GN530L
Guided Reading Level: S
Fountas & Pinnell: S

A nearby dragon sighting has area knights clamoring for new swords, but the villages  swordmaker is having trouble keeping up with orders. Then one morning he discovers a new sword waiting on his workbench. From its etched blade to its jeweled hilt, it's a thing of beauty. The next morning, there are two, and the next there are three. The delighted swordmaker hides in his workshop to see where these beautiful weapons are coming from. To his shock, they are the work of the dragon, himself! Dare the swordmaker approach the talented beast? Enjoy this twist on the popular tale of "The Elves and the Shoemaker" in this graphic novel retelling for kids. Each Far Out Fairy Tales adventure includes info on the original tale, a guide to the story's twists, and visual discussion questions to critically engage readers.


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