The Different Dragon

Bryan, Jennifer Liu

ISBN 10: 0967446864 / ISBN 13: 9780967446868

Published by Two Lives Publishing, 2006

Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 5257609-6

Synopsis:

This bedtime story about bedtime stories shows how a lively, curious boy helps one of his moms create a magical tale. Together they weave a nighttime adventures that lands young Noah and his singing cat Diva deep in dragon territory. Join them as they make an unexpected discovery and help a new friend find his way.

Also available in Spanish, El dragón diferente .
When 7th grader Alba Clark expressed an interest in translation, her Spanish teacher Pamela Torres handed her a copy of The Different Dragon. This passionate teacher and her motivated student worked closely together, delving into the essence of language and searching for words to honor the intention of the original story. Because of their efforts Two Lives Publishing is proud to bring you El dragón diferente.

Author's Note:
I wrote The Different Dragon more than ten years ago, when I longed to read my children bedtime stories that mirrored the reality of our playful, average two-mom family. At the time I was also beginning my work as a PreK-12 consultant, helping schools address issues of gender and sexuality. Early Elementary teachers use The Different Dragon to teach students about the joy of telling stories, the value of being true to oneself, and the problem with stereotypes--- even of dragons. The Gay Lesbian Straight Educators Network (GLSEN) created a PreK-3rd grade lesson featuring Dragon that explores different kinds of families.

About the Author: Dr. Jennifer Bryan earned her B.A. from Princeton University, her M.Ed. and Ph.D. from Teachers College, Columbia University and has worked in the Psychology and Education fields for the past 27 years. She uses her teaching, facilitation, consulting and clinical skills to work in a variety of educational and community settings, with a particular focus on the health of school age and adolescent students, and on the professional development needs of educators and clinicians. Her current focus is on helping schools identify and utilize their best pedagogical practices to address Gender and Sexuality Diversity issues in the Pre-K-12 setting. The Different Dragon is her first children's book, but not her last.

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Different Dragon
Publisher: Two Lives Publishing
Publication Date: 2006
Binding: Soft cover
Illustrator: Hosler, Danamarle
Condition: Very Good