Did Dinosaurs Eat People?: And Other Questions Kids Have About Dinosaurs (Kids' Questions)
Kids' Questions Series
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In 'Did Dinosaurs Eat People?: And Other Questions Kids Have About Dinosaurs,' author Donna H. Bowman explores children's curiosity about dinosaurs by addressing common questions in an educational and entertaining manner. The book delves into various topics such as dinosaur diets, habitats, behaviors, and reasons for their extinction, providing clear explanations and captivating illustrations. It dispels myths, such as dinosaurs eating people, due to the significant time difference between their existence and humans. The book aims to engage young readers and encourage them to learn more about these ancient creatures.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-7
Length
24 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Why do you think dinosaurs are so fascinating to learn about?
What differences and similarities do you see between dinosaurs and animals today?
If you could ask a dinosaur one question, what would it be?
How do you think scientists find out about dinosaurs since they are not around anymore?
Can you imagine what the world looked like when dinosaurs were alive?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use visuals from the book to help illustrate your points during discussions.
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and imagination about how the world might have looked.
Relate the diet and habits of dinosaurs to modern animals to make concepts more relatable.
Ask your child to draw their favorite dinosaur and describe why they chose it.
Make connections between the science of studying dinosaurs (paleontology) and other scientific subjects they may know.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Critical Thinking
Explanation: The book encourages children to ask questions about dinosaurs, fostering a spirit of inquiry and exploration.
Real-World Application: Kids can apply these thinking skills to explore and ask questions in other areas of study or everyday observations.
Example Lesson: Understanding Extinction and Environmental Care
Explanation: By learning why dinosaurs are extinct, children understand the importance of taking care of the environment to protect other species.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to participate in environmental preservation activities like recycling and conserving water.
Example Lesson: Fact vs. Fiction
Explanation: The book differentiates between fictional representations of dinosaurs and scientific facts, teaching children to distinguish between what they see in movies or read in fictional books from real scientific information.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to seek verified information and develop media literacy from a young age.
Example Lesson: Learning from the Past
Explanation: The book illustrates how studying dinosaurs helps scientists understand the past and predict future ecological changes.
Real-World Application: Children can be inspired to learn from past events in history or from their own experiences to make better decisions.