A Poor Excuse for a Dragon

A Poor Excuse for a Dragon

When Fred was old enough to leave home, his father and mother gave him a list. How to Be a Good Dragon Run amok Eat people Roar Breathe fire Act scary “ T'll miss your beautiful red eyes, " said Mom. “ Make us proud of you, " said Pop. “ I'll try, " said Fred.

At noon, he came to a wide green field. It looked like the perfect place to run amok. Fred began running in circles. He waved his arms. He roared and knocked over haystacks. But it only made him dizzy.

He had to lie down for a few minutes! Soon, he smelled something yummy. “ Where is that smell coming from?” said Fred. He went to find out.

The smell was coming from a castle. Fred waded across the moat so he could peep over the wall.