THE NEWBERY-HONOR CHILDREN’S CLASSIC

Ruth Stiles Gannett; Illustrated by Ruth Chrisman Gannett and Helena Perez Garcia

In picture book form for the rst time ever comes the classic tale of Elmer and his beloved dragon, the beasts
of Wild Island, and the clever escape. e original text and black and white illustrations are paired with beautiful new paintings by illustrator Helen Perez Garcia to create a timeless treasure for kids and families.

70 YEARS OF PUBLISHING HONORS:

• Soon to be a Net ix Original Film (releasing 2021) • In print for over 70 years
• Newbery Honor Book
• Translated into 15 languages

• Named “Teachers’ Top 100 Books for Children” by National Education Association

• Top-50 All-Time Children’s Novels by School Library Journal