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How to Train Your Dragon

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2003

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Cressida Cowell

How to Train Your Dragon

Fiction | Novel | Middle Grade | Published in 2003
Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Isle Of Berk • Ancient Times

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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Super Short Summary

How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell follows the adventures of Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III, the young and unlikely heir to the Hairy Hooligan Tribe, as he navigates the challenges of training his dragon, Toothless, and proving his worth to his tribe. When a dangerous sea dragon threatens their island, Hiccup must use his wits and courage to save his people and earn their respect.

Adventurous

Humorous

Heartwarming

Fantastical

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.3

56,530 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell is praised for its engaging storytelling, humorous tone, and vivid illustrations. Readers appreciate the relatable protagonist and adventurous plot. However, some criticize the simplistic writing style and predictable storyline. Overall, it is a beloved children's book that offers both entertainment and valuable lessons.

Who should read this

Who Should Read How to Train Your Dragon?

Readers who enjoy How to Train Your Dragon by Cressida Cowell are typically young readers aged 8-12 who relish adventurous, humorous, and fantastical tales of friendship and bravery. Fans of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series or Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson & the Olympians will likely be captivated by Cowell's imaginative storytelling and endearing characters.

4.3

56,530 ratings

71%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Character List

Hiccup Horrendous Haddock III

A nearly 11-year-old Viking boy who is smaller and more bookish than his peers, possessing a natural inclination for academic learning and dragon knowledge, and possessing skill in writing and reasoning.

Hiccup’s green Common or Garden Dragon known for his self-serving and impulsive nature, he shares some similarities with Hiccup, yet often avoids tasks or acts cowardly, requiring humorous encouragement to carry out orders.

An enormous and ancient Sea Dragon with vast intellect and an amoral view of the world, who enjoys intellectual conversations and sees human culture as part of the natural food chain.

The powerful and stoic chief of the Hairy Hooligan Tribe, and Hiccup's father, who embodies Viking tradition and leadership but shows potential for change and adaptation.

The central Viking tribe on the isle of Berk, led by Stoick the Vast, with members including Hiccup's family and various warriors; they undergo a dragon initiation program for novice boys to become tribe members.

Book Details
Pages

214

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Isle Of Berk • Ancient Times

Publication Year

2003

Audience

Middle grade

Recommended Reading Age

8-12 years

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