Jean Pendziwol Once Upon A Dragon: Stranger Safety for Kids; illus. by Martine Gourbault. 28 pp/Kids Can Press 2006 ISBN 1-55337-722-2 $14.95 (Preschool)
Clever rhythmic patterns introduce stranger danger in a whole new way. Dragon and his friend fall into well known children stories and are strategically placed in enticing situations. Together the duo must learn to walk away from even the nicest of strangers. The familiar story lines help children to comprehend the fact that unknown people may have good intentions, but can put children into alarming and vulnerable situations. Readers will love the latest in Pendziwol’s series making learning how to resist strangers amusing and educational. Pencil crayon illustrations grace the pages with delicate fairytale images showing that unsuspecting danger can come from anywhere.
Cori Golas, BGSU students
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