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Books in My Father's Dragon series

  • Three Tales of My Father's Dragon

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Hardcover (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 25, 1997)
    The classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon has delighted children and their parents for generations. Now, on the occasion of their fiftieth anniversary, Random House is proud to bring the three timeless tales together in one beautiful commemorative edition, complete with the original delightful illustrations. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, My Father's Dragon is followed by Elmer and the Dragon ("rich, humorous, and thoroughly satisfying"*) and The Dragons of Blueland ("ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained"*). Each story stands alone, but read in succession, they are an unforgettable experience.*Library Journal, starred review
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  • Elmer and the Dragon

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Paperback (Yearling, March 13, 2007)
    In this sequel to My Father's Dragon. Elmer and Boris's island hopping adventures continue.
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  • The Dragons of Blueland

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Paperback (Yearling, March 13, 2007)
    In this third and final installment of the classic My Father's Dragon trilogy, Boris, the baby dragon, is excited to be heading home to Blueland and looks forward to reuniting with his family.
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  • Elmer and the Dragon

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Library Binding (Paw Prints 2008-06-05, June 5, 2008)
    A stand-alone sequel to My Father's Dragon, in which Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon help the king of the canaries find treasure.
  • The Dragons of Blueland

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Library Binding (Paw Prints 2008-06-05, June 5, 2008)
    The third volume of the My Father's Dragon trilogy, this adventure may be enjoyed on its own. Here, the baby dragon summons Elmer to help save his family from hunters. "Elmer's plan is ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained."--(starred) Library Journal.
  • My Father's Dragon

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 12, 1987)
    When Elmer Elevator hears about the plight of an overworked and underappreciated baby flying dragon, he stows away on a ship and travels to Wild Island to rescue the dragon.This book has been selected as a Common Core State Standards Text Exemplar (Grades 2-3, Stories) in Appendix B
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  • My Father's Dragon Deluxe Edition

    Ruth Stiles Gannett, Ruth Chrisman Gannett

    Library Binding (Random House Books for Young Readers, Oct. 28, 2008)
    When Elmer Elevator hears about the plight of an overworked and underappreciated baby flying dragon, he stows away on a ship and travels to Wild Island to rescue the dragon.From the Trade Paperback edition.
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  • Elmer and the Dragon

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 12, 1987)
    A stand-alone sequel to My Father's Dragon, in which Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon help the king of the canaries find treasure.
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  • Three Tales of My Father's Dragon: Includes My Father's Dragon, Elmer and the Dragon, Dragons of Blueland

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Library Binding (Random House Books for Young Readers, Dec. 2, 1997)
    The classic fantasy trilogy of Elmer Elevator and the flying baby dragon has delighted children and their parents for generations. Now, on the occasion of their fiftieth anniversary, Random House is proud to bring the three timeless tales together in one beautiful commemorative edition, complete with the original delightful illustrations. A Newbery Honor Book and an ALA Notable Book, My Father's Dragon is followed by Elmer and the Dragon ("rich, humorous, and thoroughly satisfying"*) and The Dragons of Blueland ("ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained"*). Each story stands alone, but read in succession, they are an unforgettable experience.*Library Journal, starred review
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  • The Dragons of Blueland

    Ruth Stiles Gannett

    Paperback (Random House Books for Young Readers, Nov. 12, 1987)
    The third volume of the My Father's Dragon trilogy, this adventure may be enjoyed on its own. Here, the baby dragon summons Elmer to help save his family from hunters. "Elmer's plan is ingenious and plausible, the fantasy well-sustained."--(starred) Library Journal.
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  • My Father's Dragon Limited Edition of the 60th Anniversary Deluxe Edition

    Ruth Stiles Gannett, Ruth Chrisman Gannett

    Hardcover (Random House Books for Young Readers, Oct. 28, 2008)
    2008 marks the 60th anniversary of My Father's Dragon and to celebrate we're offering a deluxe edition--a true collectible for the generations of readers who grew up reading about Elmer's adventures with the dragon. It's also a great gift to introduce new readers to this Newbery Honor book by Ruth Stiles Gannett. This oversized deluxe edition features an unjacketed cloth cover, four-color illustrated end papers, an updated note from the author, and an elegant border design throughout the interiors. This Limited Edition has been signed by the author!
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  • Elmer and the Dragon

    Ruth Stiles Gannett, Ruth Chrisman Gannett

    Library Binding (Turtleback Books, March 13, 2007)
    FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. On their way home, Elmer and a flying dragon land on an unusual island and help some canaries uncover a buried treasure. Sequel to My Father's Dragon.
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