How long does it take to read Max's Dragon Shirt?
Max's Dragon Shirt by Rosemary Wells takes about 35 minutes to read at 250 words a minute.
About 35 minutes
An evening's read
First published 1990. 32 pages, about 8,800 words. Written for children.
2 days at 30 minutes a day
Estimate based on 275 words per page.
At other speeds
| Slow, 150 words a minute | 59 minutes |
| Average, 250 words a minute | 35 minutes |
| Fast, 400 words a minute | 22 minutes |
The page count is the median across 13 editions, so your copy may differ. How we calculate.
About the book
Max's old blue overalls are disgusting, and Ruby has exactly enough money to buy him a new pair of pants. But what Max really wants is a ferocious, green dragon shirt. When the two get separated in the clothing store, the antics begin. Children will cheer as Max unwittingly outwits his bossy, older sister once again. "Another gleeful romp with a pair of unforgettable hares."--Publishers WeeklyAwards:( An ALA Notable Book( A School Library Journal Best Book of the Year
Subjects: Fiction, Ficción juvenil, Rabbits, Brothers and sisters, Department stores, Clothing and dress
