Dragons in a Bag by Zetta Elliott (English) Paperback Book

Description: Dragons in a Bag by Zetta Elliott, Geneva B. In Brooklyn, nine-year-old Jax joins Ma, a curmudgeonly witch who lives in his building, on a quest to deliver three baby dragons to a magical world, and along the way discovers his true calling. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The dragons out of the bag in this diverse, young urban fantasy from an award-winning author--with two starred reviews!The dragons out of the bag in this diverse, young urban fantasy from an award-winning author!When Jaxon is sent to spend the day with a mean old lady his mother calls Ma, he finds out shes not his grandmother--but she is a witch! She needs his help delivering baby dragons to a magical world where theyll be safe. There are two rules when it comes to the dragons- dont let them out of the bag, and dont feed them anything sweet. Before he knows it, Jax and his friends Vikram and Kavita have broken both rules! Will Jax get the baby dragons delivered safe and sound? Or will they be lost in Brooklyn forever?AN ALA-ALSC NOTABLE CHILDRENS BOOKAN NPR BEST BOOK OF THE YEARA CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY BEST BOOK OF THE YEARA KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST BOOK OF THE YEARThe Dragons in a Bag series continues! Dont miss The Dragon Thief, and The Witchs Apprentice. Author Biography Zetta Elliott was born in Canada and moved to the United States in 1994. She is the author of over twenty-five books for young readers, including the award-winning picture books Bird and Melenas Jubilee. She is also a contributor to We Rise, We Resist, We Raise Our Voices, published by Crown Books for Young Readers. Elliott is an advocate for greater diversity and equity in publishing. A longtime resident of Brooklyn, she currently lives in Illinois. Learn more at zettaelliott.com and follow her on Twitter (@zettaelliott) and Facebook (Author Zetta Elliott). Review "What a breath of fresh air: a chapter-book fantasy with an urban setting, an array of brown-skinned magic wielders, and a lovable black protagonist readers will root for and sympathize with... Good, solid fantasy fun."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review"Elliott skillfully introduces themes about creating positive change, examines issues of othering and the fear of differences, and touches upon the complexities of family, gentrification, and segregation. A promising start to a new series..."—School Library Journal, starred review Review Quote "What a breath of fresh air : a chapter-book fantasy with an urban setting, an array of brown-skinned magic wielders, and a lovable black protagonist readers will root for and sympathize with... Good, solid fantasy fun. "-- Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Elliott skillfully introduces themes about creating positive change, examines issues of othering and the fear of differences, and touches upon the complexities of family, gentrification, and segregation. A promising start to a new series ..."-- School Library Journal, starred review Excerpt from Book Mama strokes my cheek with her finger before pressing the doorbell. I feel tears pooling behind my eyes, but I will them not to fall. Mama has enough to worry about right now. "Its only for a little while, Jaxon. Ill be back before you know it." I nod and look up at the peephole in the door. If I look down at my feet, the tears will fall and my nose will start to run and Mama will know I dont want her to leave me here. Mamas biting her lip and tapping her toe nervously. She presses the doorbell again, letting it ring longer this time. We both hear someone stirring--and cursing--inside the apartment. Mama laughs nervously and says, "Ma curses like a sailor sometimes, but shes a harmless old lady. Shes fun, too--youll like her, Jax." I never even knew I had a grandmother living in Brooklyn. Mama never mentioned her before. Sometimes Mama hides things from me--or thats what I let her believe. Mama thinks I dont know our landlords trying to get rid of us. She takes down the eviction notices he pins to our front door, but I still know whats going on. Today Mama has to go to court. I want to go with her, but Mama wants to leave me here instead. A heavy body shuffles toward the door. Mama and I wait patiently as at least three locks are turned. The chain stays on and lets the door open just a crack. I cringe as a raspy voice asks, "What you want?" Mama smiles sweetly and places her palm against the door. She speaks slowly and politely. "Its just us, Ma. I called this morning and told you we were coming. Remember?" The woman behind the door barks at Mama, "Course I remember. You called and asked if you could leave the boy with me and I said NO!" The sweet smile on Mamas face doesnt budge. If anything, it hardens. Mama tries to push the door open, but the chains still on and my mysterious grandmother doesnt seem ready to move out of the way. Mama puts her other hand on the doorframe and leans in so that the woman on the other side of the door can see and hear just how desperate she is. "Its only for a few hours. Please, Ma. Youre all he has." I step back and wonder if thats really true. Im sure Vikram would let me stay at his house for a while. His parents like me and dont mind having me around. Mrs. Patel calls me a good influence. Thats what the grown-ups who know me always say. But this mean lady wont even open the door and give me a chance. If she doesnt want me around, thats fine by me. But its not okay with Mama. Shes whispering to the woman behind the door, but her smile is gone now, and there are tears shining on her cheeks. I want to hold Mamas hand, but instead I take another step back and hold on to the straps of my book bag. Mamas saying one word over and over again: please. I have never seen my mother beg anyone for anything. But it doesnt work, because the door finally closes. Mama rests her forehead against it before wiping her eyes and turning to me. "Lets go, Jax," she says wearily. I sigh with relief and take Mamas hand. Just as we start to walk down the stairs, I hear the chain slide, and the door opens once more. "One day. Give me your word, Alicia. One day." Mama says, "I promise, Ma." Then she pulls me back over to my grandmothers apartment. The door is open, but the lights are off and I cant see anyone inside. Mama gives me a quick hug and pushes me through the doorway. Before I can ask her when shell be back, Mama rushes down the stairs and is gone. Details ISBN1524770485 Author Geneva B. Pages 160 Publisher Random House USA Inc Series Dragons In A Bag Year 2019 ISBN-10 1524770485 ISBN-13 9781524770488 Format Paperback Imprint Ballantine Books Inc. Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States DEWEY FIC Illustrations black and white illustrations and graphs Audience Age 8-12 Language English Series Number 1 Illustrator Geneva Geneva B. UK Release Date 2019-08-13 Publication Date 2019-08-13 AU Release Date 2019-08-13 NZ Release Date 2019-08-13 US Release Date 2019-08-13 Narrator Simon Russell Beale Birth 1927 Affiliation Lecturer, University of Fort Hare Position Professor Qualifications J.D. Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:151328840;

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