Dinosaurs Magic Painting Book
Magic Painting Books Series
What’s inside...
Brush water over the black and white illustrations and watch the prehistoric scenes burst into color! There are 16 scenes with velociraptors hunting for food, pterodactyls flying high in the sky, baby dinosaurs being born and much more. The back cover folds out so you can place it between the pages and prevent colors running onto the page beneath.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
5-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to see a real dinosaur today?
Which dinosaur in this book is your favorite and why?
How do you think the dinosaurs felt in their environment?
Can you imagine what the world looked like when dinosaurs roamed the earth?
If you could be a dinosaur, which one would you be and what adventures would you have?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, encourage your child to use their imagination to relate to the dinosaurs, making the conversation more vivid and engaging.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child's responses to encourage deeper thinking and exploration of ideas presented in the book.
Use the illustrations in the book as a visual aid to help your child describe different dinosaurs and their surroundings.
Connect the dots between the environment of the dinosaurs and our current environment, fostering a discussion on nature and ecosystems.
Praise your child's input to boost their confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions on the book's themes.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Creativity and Imagination
Explanation: Through the process of magic painting, children are encouraged to bring the dinosaurs to life using their own color choices and creativity.
Real-World Application: This enhances a child’s ability to think creatively and independently, which can be applied in solving problems or creating projects in school.
Example Lesson: Understanding of Prehistoric Life
Explanation: The book provides factual insights about different dinosaur species, fostering an early interest and foundational knowledge in paleontology and natural history.
Real-World Application: This knowledge can spark curiosity and encourage children to explore science and history topics further in their academic journey.
Example Lesson: Fine Motor Skills Development
Explanation: The act of painting within specific outlines helps in the refinement of a child's motor control and hand-eye coordination.
Real-World Application: These skills are essential in everyday tasks such as writing, tying shoelaces, or using utensils correctly.
Example Lesson: Patience and Focus
Explanation: Completing each painting requires patience and attention to detail, which teaches children the value of focusing on a task to see it through to completion.
Real-World Application: This lesson is vital in a school setting where children are required to concentrate during lessons and complete tasks or assignments.
Example Lesson: Pride in Accomplishments
Explanation: As children complete each painting, they experience a sense of accomplishment and pride in their artwork.
Real-World Application: This feeling can motivate children to take on new challenges and feel confident in their abilities, which is crucial in building self-esteem.