You’re Going on a Dragon Hunt

Where Is the Dragon?
Written & Illustrated by Leo Timmers
Age Level: 2-8 Years
Published February 2, 2021

My greatest fear is running out of wine.

We could all use a good laugh at the end of the day, and this Dutch import translated into rhyming English fabulously delivers.

“The brave king’s scared to go to bed.
A nightmare dragon fills his head.
He sends his knights: One, Two, and Three.
‘Save the realm! But mainly me.’ ”

It immediately becomes apparent that the knights are at a disadvantage. None of them have ever seen a dragon before, so they set off into the darkness without really knowing what they’re looking for. The king has armed the knights with a series of descriptions about thick spikes, sharp teeth, and spear-like tails so they’re basically in a position where they’ll know a dragon when they see it.

As the knights search the kingdom, they encounter various shadowy forms that seem to fit the king’s descriptions. But as soon as they are illuminated by candlelight, the dragon-like shapes are revealed to be both completely harmless and utterly ridiculous. The trio of knights approach the final silhouette just as their candle burns out. Tired, banged up, and spooked by several close calls, they take it as their cue to turn back and declare the realm safe and sound… But is it? You’ll have to find out. Long live the king!