







The Dragon in the Tree
by Kelley M Likes, Mary Barrows (Illustrator)
In a world where dragons and humans are mortal enemies, a brave little girl and a fearsome dragon form a friendship and bring to life an extraordinary tree.
When Babola saves Brynic from detection by concealing his tracks, he wonders if all humans are as dangerous as he thought. As a fire threatens the villagers, Brynic must decide whether to risk his life to save just one or all of them.
Includes instructions and origami paper to fold your own dragon!
Author Kelley M Likes and Illustrator Mary Barrows invite children to show kindness and create their own origami dragons.
- Kids ages: 8 and 9
- Grade: 3rd
- Transitional Reader
- Lexile Level 710L
The Dragon in the Tree Origami Paper
Unfold the magic of storytelling, one fold at a time!
Inspired by the whimsical art of The Dragon in the Tree, this beautiful origami paper pack lets kids and creators of all ages bring their imaginations to life.
Whether you're folding your very first crane or crafting a dragon of your own, these watercolor designs add a magical touch to every creation. Curated by Birdie, a fellow origami enthusiast, this collection includes 30 sheets of richly illustrated paper, plus two extra-special designs saved just for the end!
Perfect for classrooms, crafters, gifts, or rainy day adventures, this set encourages creativity, mindfulness, and hands-on fun.
Features:
- 30 pages of original watercolor origami papes
- Includes dragons, leaves, tree bark, forest textures, and more
- Ideal for kids, students, and creative families
- A thoughtful gift for origami lovers and artful hearts
Who knows—you just might fold a dragon of your very own.

Storytime Video & Lesson Plan!
Behind the Story
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The Original Dragon
My daughter, Taysha, created this dragon when she was serving a mission in California.
He’s made out of the aluminum foil from a take-out meal. He is the inspiration for Brynic.
I just love this picture and the dragon’s shadow. Her dragon had many adventures! I hope your dragon does too!
Author Bag-O-Books
Book Info
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The Dragon in the Tree
Author: Kelley M Likes
Illustrator: Mary Barrows
ISBNs: 9798889020226 (hardcover) | 9798889020233 (paperback) | 9798889020240 (ebook)
Publication date: 15 August 2023
Pages: 60
Book dimensions: 8.5" x 8.5"
Kids ages: 8 and 9
Grade: 3rd
Transitional Reader
Lexile Level 710L
The Dragon in the Tree Origami Paper
Author: Kelley M Likes
Illustrator: Mary Barrows
ISBN: 9798889020288 (paperback)
Publication date: 15 August 2023
Pages: 76
Book dimensions: 8.5" x 8.5"
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