Dino Dad
#1 of 3 in Dino Dad Series
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What’s inside...
A heartwarming tale of a young dinosaur and their dad embarking on an exciting and educational adventure where they learn about the prehistoric world, face various challenges, and discover the importance of family and courage.
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to have a dinosaur as a dad?
How did Dino Dad show his love and care for his family in the story?
Can you think of a funny or adventurous thing you would like to do if Dino Dad was your dad?
What did you learn about dinosaurs from this book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive voices for different characters to make the reading experience lively and engaging.
Ask your child to predict what might happen next in the story to encourage active thinking.
After reading, relate the story to your child's life by discussing ways your family shows love, just like Dino Dad.
Encourage your child to draw their favorite scene or character from the book to deepen their connection to the story.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: In 'Dino Dad,' children see the main character understanding and sharing the feelings of his dinosaur friends.
Real-World Application: Kids can practice empathy by recognizing emotions in others and offering comfort or help, similar to how the protagonist interacts with his dino pals.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving
Explanation: Throughout the story, the lead character encounters various challenges with his dinosaur companions and creatively solves them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by brainstorming solutions when they face difficulties at school or during play.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The protagonist collaborates with his dinosaur friends to overcome obstacles, demonstrating the power of working together.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to cooperate with peers in group activities or team sports, improving social skills and achieving shared goals.
Example Lesson: Curiosity
Explanation: The narrative of 'Dino Dad' encourages exploring the unknown, as the characters venture out and learn about their world.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to ask questions and explore their environment, whether it's during a nature walk or in a new learning situation at school.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Taking care of their dinosaur friends, the characters in the book show responsibility.
Real-World Application: This can be mirrored in a child's life by taking care of their belongings, pets, or helping out with chores at home.