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Dragons Can't Eat Snow Cones

By Amanda Sobotka
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Delicious snow cones and fire-breathing dragons don't really mix – but don't tell that to this dragon. With whimsical illustrations and a heart-warming story on the power of not giving up, Dragons Can't Eat Snow Cones will delight readers of all ages! Who can blame a... Read More
Format: Hardback
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If a dragon wants a snow cone, it must proceed with great care, In case a fireball melts it all until there’s nothing there!

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Delicious snow cones and fire-breathing dragons don't really mix – but don't tell that to this dragon. With whimsical illustrations and a heart-warming story on the power of not giving up, Dragons Can't Eat Snow Cones will delight readers of all ages!

Who can blame a dragon for wanting a cool and refreshing snow cone? They come in so many different flavours and colours! Sadly, as soon as the tasty treat is within reach, it melts. This dragon, however, will not give up.

After trying all it can think of to indulge in the slushy confection, the dragon seeks the advice of a colourful variety of friends. However, the chilly penguin, industrious squirrels, parrot pirate, and cave-dwelling bat just can't seem to help. Still no snow cone.

Will the dragon ever taste a flavourful snow cone that doesn't turn to slush? Kids of all ages will enjoy this tale of persistence and see tenacity in action in our scaly hero.

Dragons Can't Eat Snow Cones:

  • Is a fun adventure for children ages 2 and up who love dragons
  • Shows kids how to persevere and problem-solve
  • Makes a great holiday gift, Easter basket filler, or birthday gift
  • Is an engaging read aloud for families, with grandparents, or caretakers

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781400346820

Publisher: HarperCollins Focus

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 March 2025

Country: United States

Imprint: Applesauce Press

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 263.0mm

Height: 264.0mm

Weight: 512g

Pages: 40

Collections

Amanda Sobotka Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Amanda Sobotka is the author of several children’s books, including the Ten Little series, which has sold over half a million total copies, Dragons Can’t Eat Snow Cones, and the touch and feel books Is This a Christmas Tree? and Is This a Jack-O’-Lantern?

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