Fire Truck vs. Dragon

Description

It's the wackiest rivalry ever, when the fire-breathing ruler of the skies and the fearless fire truck go head-to-head in an epic battle of fire vs water! Who will win? But wait, is it actually a competition? Their rivalry takes unexpected turns as these two unlikely friends face off at a campfire, a birthday party and more with unexpected results. Who will you root for? With playful illustrations and charming text, FIRE TRUCK VS. DRAGON gives readers an unexpected twist on a would-be rivalry, turned friendship.

Chris Barton is the author of books including bestseller Shark vs. Train, the Mighty Truck series, and acclaimed nonfiction such as The Day-Glo Brothers, Whoosh! and What Do You Do with a Voice Like That? Chris lives in Austin, Texas, where he has advocated for greater diversity in children's literature by co-founding the Modern First Library program with BookPeople.

*"Frustrated expectations have seldom been so funny; Barton's misdirections are beautifully timed, and McCloskey's digitally enhanced pencil-and-watercolor drawings are bright and exuberant."--Publishers Weekly, starred review "A friendship story for the young and vicious."--Kirkus "Sure to be a favorite at bedtime and storytime."--BCCB "This book teaches readers toexpress and appreciate differences, value unlikely and unexpected friendships, and be proud of yourself and your loved ones for things you succeed at."--Booklist