One summer evening Kate and Sam's parents are carried off by a large, fierce yellow dragon. So Kate and Sam set out to rescue them. Along the way they learn from their pet cat how to speak with animals, and they make many friends - which is lucky, because they'll encounter wolves, robbers, angry bees, fairies, magical traps and puzzles, the yellow dragon, and more. But have no fear Sam, Kate, and their companions are kind and resourceful enough to solve any problem. This delightful adventure is engaging and original, yet never too scary - perfect for reading aloud to children of any age.