Dinosaurs Alive!
#3 in Monster Fold-Out Facts Series
What’s inside...
Dinosaurs Alive! is a comprehensive book filled with facts about dinosaurs, perfect for children who are fascinated by prehistoric creatures. It features giant fold-out pages with detailed information about different dinosaurs, explanations of how dinosaur history was uncovered, and insights into various types of dinosaurs including soaring beasts, scary sea monsters, and ferocious flesh-eaters. This book offers a deep dive into the prehistoric world with close-ups and rich descriptions that will captivate young dinosaur enthusiasts.
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like if dinosaurs were still alive today?
Which dinosaur in the book was your favorite and why?
How do you think dinosaurs communicated with each other?
Can you imagine being a paleontologist? What would you be most excited to discover?
If you could create a new dinosaur, what would it look like and what would you name it?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use enthusiasm and animation when discussing the dinosaurs to make the conversation more engaging.
Let your child lead the discussion at times, allowing them to express their thoughts and imagination freely.
Relate the dinosaurs to animals today to help your child draw parallels and deepen understanding.
Encourage your child to draw or create their own dinosaur after reading, discussing its features based on what they've learned.
Ask follow-up questions to your child’s responses to encourage deeper thinking and exploration.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: In 'Dinosaurs Alive!', various dinosaur characters must work together to overcome challenges, highlighting the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or in sports, learning to cooperate and achieve common goals with their peers.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The protagonist dinosaur explores its world, demonstrating a strong curiosity and desire to learn, which helps it to adapt to changes and solve problems.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be inquisitive and explore the world around them, enhancing their knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Example Lesson: Respecting Differences
Explanation: Different types of dinosaurs interact in the story, teaching respect for others regardless of their differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children understand the value of diversity and respecting others, which is essential for forming healthy relationships.
Example Lesson: Courage and Overcoming Fear
Explanation: The characters face intimidating challenges but learn to overcome their fears, demonstrating bravery.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to face their own fears and challenges, whether it be trying out new activities or standing up for what is right.
Example Lesson: Consequences of Actions
Explanation: The story shows how the actions of the dinosaurs lead to various outcomes, teaching children that choices have consequences.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to think about the potential outcomes of their actions, helping them to make more responsible decisions.