by Julia Donaldson
Published by Scholastic
Zog is a dragon who works hard at school but keeps getting things wrong. His perseverance, kindness, and eventual desire to help instead of harm make him a standout character. When he teams up with a princess who wants to be a doctor, the book flips traditional roles in an empowering way. While the fantasy elements may require parental discernment, the story promotes compassion, helping others, and learning from failure. The rhyme and rhythm make it fun to read, and the themes support moral growth.