The Bakery Dragon by Devin Elle Kurtz

The Bakery Dragon is a picture book by Devin Elle Kurtz about Ember, a small dragon who finds a different path to building a hoard through baking and sharing. Its 48-page illustrated story centers on being yourself and generosity, making it suited to read-aloud sessions.

At a glance

Ember's polite sneeze-like roar and baking-inspired plot give the story a gentle comic-fantasy premise.
The story presents baking and sharing as an alternative to stealing treasure.
The listing describes colorful illustrations and positions the book for read-alouds.

Price

$9.68Save 52%

Reference price: ~~$19.99~~

Price checked: Nov 13, 2026

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The Bakery Dragon and the Fairy Cake

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Pros and cons

Pros

A clear theme of self-acceptance and generosity gives caregivers an easy conversation starter.
The 48-page illustrated format is suited to sharing aloud rather than relying on a long chapter-book commitment.

Technical specifications

10 specifications

Book details
Publisher	Knopf Books for Young Readers
Publication date	October 1, 2024
Language	English
Print length	48 pages
ISBN-10	0593710967
ISBN-13	978-0593710968

Dimensions and installation
Weight listed	14.4 ounces
Dimensions	8.4 x 0.4 x 10.3 inches

Audience information
Reading age	3+ years, from customers
Grade level	Preschool - 3

What to know before buying

The listed reading age is described as coming from customers, so treat it as a rough audience guide rather than a formal age designation. The page gives a grade range of Preschool - 3 as well.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

Families looking for an illustrated dragon story to read aloud with young children.
Readers who enjoy humorous fairy-tale creatures, baking themes, and stories about being yourself and sharing.

Less suited to

Buyers seeking a nonfiction book, a chapter book, or a story focused on intense dragon action rather than a gentle picture-book premise.

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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.8 / 5 · 578 ratings

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Customer feedback describes the illustrations as colorful and well drawn and the story as warm, engaging, and encouraging of being yourself. Some customers say children may want to revisit it and describe it as worth the price. That feedback fits the book's illustrated 48-page read-aloud format, though ratings alone cannot establish whether its tone or story will suit every family.

Positive themes

Customers praise the colorful illustrations and heartwarming story.
Feedback describes the book as engaging and worth its price.

Frequently asked questions

What is The Bakery Dragon about?

Ember is a little dragon who worries about building a respectable gold hoard. After meeting a baker, he discovers a different route through baking, with the story emphasizing that sharing is best.

How long is the book?

The listed print length is 48 pages.

What ages is it aimed at?

The listing shows a Preschool - 3 grade level and a customer-sourced reading-age notation of 3+ years. These can guide selection, but they are not presented as a formal age recommendation.

Is it suitable for reading aloud?

The listing presents it as a picture book for read-alouds, including bedtime or daytime sharing.