Illustrator & Author Profile
Andy Elkerton
7 Books
Andy Elkerton is a bestselling children's book illustrator best known for his vibrant work on the highly popular "How to Catch" series. His colorful and energetic artwork brings to life imaginative traps and elusive creatures in books like "How to Catch a Leprechaun" and "How to Catch a Mermaid". Elkerton's engaging illustrations have delighted countless young readers and contributed significantly to the widespread success of these beloved picture books.
Books in "Do Not Take Your Dragon"
Slides, swings, and playground games sound perfect for a dragon with energy to spare. But when a dragon wants to join recess, ordinary playground rules suddenly become much harder to follow.
This playful rhyming picture book shows how one enthusiastic dragon can turn break time into a hilarious challenge. There are places to wait, turns to take, friends to respect, and plenty of chances for a dragon to forget just how big, fiery, and excited she is.
With bright humor and a lively school setting, the story introduces playground manners in a way young readers can enjoy. It is a fun read-aloud for children learning about sharing space, playing safely, and being a good friend at recess.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
The last day of school is made for celebration: parties, picnics, games, and one final burst of classroom fun. A dragon would love all of it, of course. But bringing a dragon to school on such a busy day might not be the wisest idea.
In this lively rhyming picture book, a teacher imagines all the dragon-sized problems that could pop up when excitement runs high. Playground fun, party treats, and school rules become much more complicated when wings, claws, and fiery enthusiasm enter the room.
Full of read-aloud energy, this school story mixes fantasy humor with gentle reminders about manners, safety, and thinking ahead. It is a cheerful pick for end-of-year classrooms and dragon-loving readers.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
Your dragon loves making people happy. She wants to hug, high-five, sing, blow bubbles, and share joy everywhere she goes. The trouble is that germs can travel right along with all that dragon-sized friendliness.
In this rhyming picture book, young readers learn why healthy habits matter at school and beyond. Washing hands, keeping distance when needed, and being careful around others become part of helping a dragon spread kindness instead of germs.
Bright, funny, and easy to read aloud, this story gives children a friendly way to talk about hygiene, illness prevention, and caring for a community. It keeps the lesson light while making everyday health routines feel clear and important.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
Grandma’s house is full of wonderful things to do: baking, biking, games, crafts, and time together. No wonder your dragon wants to come along. But a visit with Grandma may not be simple when your guest has wings, claws, and a talent for turning ordinary fun into chaos.
This rhyming picture book brings the familiar Do Not Take Your Dragon humor into a warm family setting. Each activity sounds delightful, but each one also raises a dragon-sized question about manners, space, and what Grandma can handle.
Funny, affectionate, and made for reading aloud, the story celebrates grandparent visits while keeping the laughs lively. It is a playful pick for readers who enjoy family stories, fantasy silliness, and picture books with audience participation.
6-8 Years
36 Pages
Recess is the best part of the school day, but what happens when you bring a giant, fire-breathing creature to the playground? Dragons love to have fun just as much as you do. They love zooming down slides and soaring on swings! But a dragon's massive wings, heavy tail, and fiery breath can make playing safely a little complicated. Can a playful dragon actually learn how to follow the rules and use proper playground manners? With a little bit of patience and a lot of help from her best friend, this dragon is going to try! Get ready for a hilarious, rhyming adventure that shows why sharing and taking turns are so important. Filled with colorful characters and funny playground disasters, this wonderful picture book proves that anyone can learn great recess etiquette, even a giant dragon!
6-8 Years
36 Pages
You already know that taking a dragon to the library is a terrible idea, but what about taking him out to a fancy restaurant? After all, giant dragons get incredibly hungry and need to eat dinner, too! But dining out with a massive mythical beast is never simple. Between the accidental fiery breath, the loudly flapping wings, and those sharp, pointy spikes knocking over water glasses, a quiet family meal can quickly turn into a total disaster! Will your dragon ever learn how to sit still and chew with his mouth closed? This laugh-out-loud, rhyming story takes dinner manners to a whole new, hilarious level. Packed with funny illustrations and wild restaurant situations, this colorful picture book is the perfect way to learn about table manners while enjoying a fiery, unforgettable meal!
6-8 Years
36 Pages
A library is a place for quiet voices, careful hands, and wonderful books. A dragon, however, is not always quiet, careful, or small enough to fit between the shelves.
In this cheerful rhyming picture book, one child discovers why bringing a dragon to the library can lead to smoky, noisy, book-filled trouble. The dragon may mean well, but library manners take practice, especially when excitement gets bigger than the room.
Funny and easy to share aloud, this story introduces young readers to library etiquette without feeling like a lecture. With fantasy silliness, a diverse group of children, and plenty of comic mishaps, it is a lively choice for classrooms, storytime, and kids who love books and dragons.
6-8 Years
33 Pages
