The Christmas Dragon is a heartwarming tale by Julie Bauer that follows Christmas Dragon Willfried through an exciting adventure in a big city. During the holiday season, in spite of prosperity, Dragon Willfried observes people arguing about anything and everything. This beautiful story encourages readers to fight for peace and happiness. The book offers a unique opportunity for families and teachers to explore empathy and values. The book is also available in German as Der Weihnachtsdrache, bringing its meaningful message to a bilingual audience. Julie Bauer is an artist, writer, German language teacher, and life coach whose work is deeply influenced by her diverse and global life experiences. Born in Munich, Germany, Julie was shaped by the richness of European culture. After living in Shanghai, China, for five years, she and her family moved to Chattanooga, Tennessee, and then they settled in Orange County, California, where she has resided since 2019. With a career dedicated to children's education - from working in children's homes, serving as a preschool and kindergarten principal, now as an artist, writer, German teacher & life coach - Julie's work is rooted in her professional experiences and life wisdom. Her stories nurture child development and emphasize the importance of social competence and emotional growth. Julie Bauer's books share lessons that help families grow with kindness and confidence, focusing on ethical values and empathy.