George and the Dragon: questions to ask and activities to try
A mighty dragon terrorises the land, but he has a secret. George and the Dragon is a gently funny story about fear, bravery and a very unlikely hero.
What age is it for? George and the Dragon is best for ages 3–7. Good for: Small heroes, big fears, and surprises.
George and the Dragon (Chris Wormell)
- Age
- 3-7
- Best for
- Small heroes, big fears, and surprises
Build up the dragon as big and scary, then enjoy the surprise. Afterwards, ask your child who the real hero was, and whether big things can be scared too.
What it helps with
- Seeing that everyone is scared of something
- Small people being brave
- Surprises that turn a story around
- Talking about heroes
Comprehension and discussion questions
Pick two or three, not all of them. “I don’t know” is a fine answer, and you can always come back to it another day.
- “What was the dragon like?”
- “What was the dragon’s secret?”
- “Who was the hero?”
- “Were you surprised? Why?”
- “Is it OK for big people to be scared sometimes?”
- “When have you been brave?”
5-minute activities to try together
Secret fears
Talk about something that grown-ups in the family are a bit scared of. It helps children know everyone has fears.
Tiny hero
Draw the smallest hero you can imagine and the big thing they're brave about.
Free printables: George and the Dragon worksheet and activity pack
This book’s one-page worksheet with the questions and activities above, plus our activity pack: printable scenario cards, three 5-minute activities and a “What could I try?” page for practising everyday skills together. Enter your email and download them straight away.
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The Gruffalo (Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler)
- Best for
- Feeling scared, and using your wits
- Age
- 3-6
Supertato (Sue Hendra and Paul Linnet)
- Best for
- Bravery, helping others, and a lot of laughs
- Age
- 3-6
A Brave Bear (Sean Taylor and Emily Hughes)
- Best for
- Being brave, and the people who help us
- Age
- 3-6
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By the Growing Wise team · Last reviewed: 10 October 2026
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