Book details
1-2-3 Dinosaurs Bite: A Prehistoric Counting Book
Description
Gobble, gobble, munch and crunch, watch the pages disappear! Five hungry dinosaurs, from mighty little Microraptor to colourful Carnotaurus, sink their teeth into this tasty novelty book, created with the American Museum of Natural History and Caldecott-honour winner Steve Jenkins. Kids can count along as the dinosaurs take bite-sized chunks out of each page. The number of bites matches the counting number on each spread! Fun facts about the dinosaurs and what they liked to eat appear at the end, along with a listing of dinosaur details from 1-10.
Age
3-7
Text complexity
developing
Length
18 pages
Why to read
- Educational Content: '1-2-3 Dinosaurs Bite: A Prehistoric Counting Book' offers young readers an engaging way to learn counting skills while also introducing them to the fascinating world of dinosaurs, combining education with entertainment.
- Stunning Illustrations: Steve Jenkins is known for his beautiful and detailed paper collage illustrations, which can captivate children and stimulate their visual senses as they explore the prehistoric landscapes and creatures within the book's pages.
- Interactive Reading Experience: The book encourages interaction between children and their caregivers, making it a perfect tool for shared reading time. The counting aspect invites participation and can help improve a child's number recognition and counting abilities.
- Introduction to Paleontology: For children with an interest in dinosaurs and prehistoric life, this book serves as a gentle introduction to the field of paleontology. It can spark curiosity about science and the history of life on Earth, laying the groundwork for future learning.