The Nervous Dragon

This board book is an adorable introduction to starting school for pre-readers. This journey of a young dragon will teach little ones that starting school isn’t as scary as they might think.

From DK’s bestselling First Seasonal Stories series comes a new magical adventure for any little dragon aged 3-5 getting ready to start school!

Follow the story of Drago, who learns to embrace new experiences as he gets ready for his first day at school. But when he thinks about it, it makes him feel nervous. Settle first day jitters with this magical story that shows that starting school isn't as scary as little ones might think. This story normalises first day worries and is a gentle reminder of the exciting new possibilities that school brings.

This heartwarming board book about starting school offers:

- A great opportunity for little ones to understand and communicate their emotions, build confidence and overcome worries.
- Bright illustrations alongside an engaging storyline that is suitable for young children.
- A chunky board book with rounded edges and sturdy pages for children to turn.
- The fifth title in the bestselling series that includes includes The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer, The Sleepy Bunny, and The Lonely Otter.

Children who are getting ready to start school are encouraged to share any hidden worries they may have through this board book about a dragon with a big secret - that he can’t breathe fire. But what will the other dragons at school think? Think board book will teach little ones that starting school is exciting and there's no better place to learn and perfect your fire breathing techniques!

More in the series

At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why stop here?

If you like The Nervous Dragon, then why not try other titles in this collection of first experiences for young children? Try The Happy Pumpkin, The Grumpy Reindeer, The Sleepy Bunny, and The Lonely Otter for an introduction to Halloween, Christmas, Easter and Valentine’s!

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Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs