Pick a book. Grow a Reader! This series is part of Scholastic’s early chapter book line, Branches, aimed at newly independent readers. With easy-to-read text, high-interest content, fast-paced plots, and illustrations on every page, these books will boost reading confidence and stamina. Branches books help readers grow! Drake has managed to stop evil wizard Astrid from casting her dangerous spell-but not for long. In order to defeat Astrid once and for all, Drake, Bo, and Opeli will need the help of the enormous Sea Dragon. But the Sea Dragon is very dangerous! Can the Dragon Masters and their dragons work together to stop Astrid-before she stops them? Matt Loveridge’s exciting black-and-white illustrations bring the action to life in this thrilling series!