Knock Knock Dinosaur
#1 in Knock Knock Series
What’s inside...
A hilarious, read-aloud counting book. Perfect for fans of the Dinosaur That Pooped series! Knock, knock! Who's at the door? One real live dinosaur! A visit from a dinosaur might sound like fun... but what will happen when not one, not two, but TEN dinosaurs knock on the door? Munching and crunching, skating down the hall, and drawing on the walls. It's Dinosaur chaos! A laugh-out-loud rhyming story from bestselling author Caryl Hart. With illustrations from Nick East, the artist behind the Toto the Ninja Cat and Goodnight Digger series.
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to have a dinosaur as a friend?
Which dinosaur in the story did you like best and why?
How do you think the characters felt when the dinosaurs knocked on their door?
If you could ask a dinosaur one question, what would you ask?
What would you do if a dinosaur came to visit us?
Tip: Role play these questions
Show genuine curiosity about their answers, and share your own thoughts to encourage a two-way conversation.
Use expressions and voice modulation to mimic the dinosaurs and characters in the book, making the story come alive.
Ask follow-up questions based on your child’s responses to delve deeper into their thoughts and feelings.
Relate their answers to personal experiences or family stories where possible, to make connections from the book to real life.
Praise their imagination and insights to boost their confidence in expressing their ideas and opinions.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Embracing curiosity
Explanation: The book showcases various dinosaurs engaging in different activities, encouraging children to explore and ask questions about the world around them.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by being inquisitive in their daily interactions, exploring new hobbies, and asking questions to gain more knowledge.
Example Lesson: Understanding diversity
Explanation: Different types of dinosaurs in the book highlight diversity and the importance of accepting differences among individuals.
Real-World Application: This lesson helps children appreciate the uniqueness of each person they meet and promotes inclusivity in their social interactions.
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: The dinosaurs in the story work together and play, showing how friendships can enrich one's life.
Real-World Application: Children learn to build strong, supportive relationships with their peers, enhancing their social skills and emotional well-being.
Example Lesson: Learning about consequences
Explanation: As the dinosaurs play and interact, they also learn about the consequences of their actions, which teaches responsibility.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to think about the outcomes of their actions and to act responsibly in their everyday activities.
Example Lesson: Promoting imaginative play
Explanation: The book's depiction of dinosaurs in playful scenarios sparks imagination and creativity in young readers.
Real-World Application: Children are inspired to engage in creative play, using their imagination to create stories and scenarios, thus enhancing their cognitive development.