How to Catch a Dinosaur
#1 of 25 in How to Catch Series
What’s inside...
A New York Times and USA Today bestseller! The adventure continues with the How to Catch team as they attempt to capture a dinosaur to prove their existence. With trap setups at various locations including a park, beach, and grandma's house, the team faces the challenge of catching a dinosaur that smartly evades them each time. Meanwhile, they aim to catch a dinosaur for the school science fair, combining STEAM concepts with laughs and chaotic situations. Perfect for kids ages 4-10, educators, and dinosaur lovers, this picture book is filled with humor and educational themes, making it an enjoyable read for various occasions.
Character compass
The Child
The Dinosaur
Discussion points
What would you do if you met a dinosaur?
Why do you think the characters want to catch a dinosaur?
How did the characters show teamwork in the book?
What would you have done differently if you were trying to catch a dinosaur?
How do you think the dinosaur felt throughout the story?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own dinosaur and describe it in detail to enhance their creative thinking.
Discuss the importance of teamwork as shown in the book, and relate it to everyday situations like playing sports or doing group activities.
Ask your child to think about the feelings of others, just like considering how the dinosaur felt, to foster empathy and understanding.
Allow your child to lead parts of the conversation to build their confidence in expressing their thoughts and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving and creativity
Explanation: In 'How to Catch a Dinosaur', children embark on an imaginative journey to trap a dinosaur. They use various strategies and create inventive traps, showing clever problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children can apply problem-solving by thinking outside the box to overcome challenges at school or during playtime, enhancing their creative thinking.
Example Lesson: Teamwork and collaboration
Explanation: Characters in the book work together to catch the dinosaur, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and how collaboration can lead to success.
Real-World Application: This lesson is vital in helping children understand the value of cooperating with others in group projects and everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Perseverance and resilience
Explanation: Despite their initial failures in catching the dinosaur, the characters continue to try with renewed efforts. This demonstrates resilience and the spirit of never giving up.
Real-World Application: Children learn to persist in their goals and activities, be it learning a new skill or improving in sports, even when it gets challenging.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and learning
Explanation: The quest to catch a dinosaur sparks curiosity among the characters, driving them to learn more about dinosaurs and their behaviors.
Real-World Application: Fostering curiosity can motivate children to explore new subjects and ask questions, enhancing their knowledge and education.