On the Trail of the Dragon

“On the Trail of the Dragon,” made for kids ages 6 to 9, turns a backyard, a park, or a living room into the territory of a prankster baby dragon who loves playing hide-and-seek. Five signs spread along the course, such as a sparkly scale dropped on the ground, a claw mark in the sand, and a little cloud of fabric smoke hanging from a branch, guide the kids to the dragon’s hiding place, where it is waiting with a surprise. Each stop teaches kids to notice one simple detail: a color, a shape, a direction to follow. It is a clue trail made for moving, observing, and marveling while you walk, without ever going in circles: every sign points clearly to the next. The book includes the sign cards, an explorer’s journal to fill in, and a guide for the grown-up who goes along with the group. It is perfect for a birthday party, a rainy afternoon, or an outing to the park, ending with a final discovery that rewards the whole team of dragon trackers. Five signs set the pace of the course, each simple enough for the youngest in the group to follow. The guide also offers options for different play areas and a shorter version for the youngest groups.