The Cross-Eyed Dragon

Product Description:

This story is available in the following formats:
E-book (PDF), Softcover A5 & A4, and Hardcover A5 & A4

Summary:

Embark on a grand, humorous, and heartfelt adventure along the Great Wall of China, where an unexpected meeting changes everything. The story follows the young hero, who discovers a strange sound echoing from the valley - part roar, part cough, part burp — leading him to a crumbling old temple. There he meets Huolong: a cross-eyed, clumsy, and discouraged dragon who has been cast out of the heavens for losing control of his fire and losing faith in himself.

Huolong is big, round, and terrified of disappointing anyone. His fire shoots in every direction, his wings are too weak, and his confidence is almost gone. But the hero sees something else: a friend who just needs direction. Together, they begin a funny and challenging training journey along the Wall’s ancient watchtowers and by the river below. They run, practice breathing, misfire flames (sometimes from the wrong end), and build strength through laughter, mistakes, and small victories. Slowly, Huolong begins to change - he grows stronger, lighter, braver, and most importantly: he starts believing in himself again.

But just as life becomes warm and hopeful, a dark force breaks through the clouds. The evil Serpent - once defeated by the Heavenly Dragon Emperor — returns with storms, lightning, and shadow spirits. It seeks to conquer the human realm and reclaim its power. When all seems lost, Huolong rises — no longer a failed, cross-eyed outcast, but a dragon with heart, focus, and a loyal friend by his side.

Together, the hero and Huolong charge into the storm. Through fear, courage, and trust in one another, Huolong finds his true fire, and with a burst of golden light they defeat the darkness and save the land. When the Emperor’s golden dragons descend to bring Huolong back to the heavens, he chooses something greater than glory: he stays on earth, with the friend who gave him confidence and a home.

The story ends in peace and warmth. Huolong now lives with the hero and his family, helping the villagers, drying laundry with gentle fire (sometimes too much), and bringing both comfort and chaos — often both at once. And every evening, they sit together watching the sun turn the Great Wall to gold, while Huolong knows that he finally belongs.

Beautifully illustrated and full of humor, heart, and dragon-action, The Cross-Eyed Dragon is a magical and uplifting story for children aged 3–12. A tale about courage, friendship, self-worth, and the bond that can turn even the most crooked dragon into a true hero.

How the Story Helps Children

This story delivers strong values and practical emotional tools, wrapped in humor, friendship, and dragon-powered adventure:

✔ Builds self-worth and confidence
Huolong begins as a dragon who feels wrong—clumsy, cross-eyed, unfocused. As the hero helps him rediscover his fire, children mirror the journey and learn that flaws and mistakes don’t make them less worthy.

✔ Encourages courage and taking action
The battle against the dark serpent shows that bravery isn’t about being perfect—it's about stepping forward even when you're scared. Children learn that courage grows through action, not through perfection.

✔ Promotes friendship, loyalty, and teamwork
The bond between the hero and Huolong demonstrates how powerful true friendship can be. Children see that accepting help and offering help makes both sides stronger.

✔ Uses humor to normalize mistakes and insecurity
Many of Huolong’s blunders are funny—but the humor is what helps him move past them. Kids learn that mistakes are natural, safe, and often even fun when you don’t let shame take over.

✔ Strengthens emotional understanding and inner resilience
Training along the Wall, breathing practice by the river, and Huolong’s transformation teach children that real strength begins inside. The story shows them how emotions like courage, joy, and loyalty can turn into real-world power.

A warm, funny, and uplifting tale that gives children the courage to be themselves—and reminds them that even the most crooked dragon can become a hero when the heart is in the right place.