Prehistoric Life: Dinosaurs
#1 of 3 in Tales Of Prehistoric Life Series
What’s inside...
Dive into 'Prehistoric Life: Dinosaurs' by Clare Hibbert, an engaging exploration designed to captivate young minds with the thrilling world of dinosaurs. This book masterfully combines vivid illustrations with fact-filled pages to foster a deeper understanding of these magnificent creatures. Ideal for young readers, it encourages curiosity and learning, aligning with developmental stages to enhance their knowledge about the prehistoric era. A perfect tool to not only improve literacy but also to enjoy as a family, instilling a lasting love for reading and discovery. A fascinating insight into some of the incredible invertebrates that lived on Earth millions of years ago. Hundreds of millions of years before humans had evolved, our planet was already teeming with life. In prehistoric oceans, stony deserts, warm swamps and vast grasslands, there lived an incredible variety of plants and animals. Dinosaurs came in all shapes and sizes. Huge sauropods stomped across wide plains, small theropods hunted in packs to bring down larger prey, Triceratops' fought each other to defend their territories and monstrous Tyrannosaurus rex terrorised many other living things. Delve into Prehistoric Life and discover some astounding mammals, birds and other vertebrates that once lived on Earth. This stunningly illustrated series looks at life in the prehistoric era, focusing not just on dinosaurs, but looking at the world as a whole. The prehistoric era is absolutely fascinating for children and adults alike, and is useful for schools studying history chronologically. Amazingly detailed and accurate illustrations bring the prehistoric era to life. Engaging reading for children aged 7+. Prehistoric Life is a series of four books, covering Mammals, Birds and other Vertebrates, Insects, Bugs and other Invertebrates, Plants, and Dinosaurs.
Discussion points
What do you think life was like for dinosaurs millions of years ago?
If you could be any dinosaur, which one would you choose and why?
How do you think dinosaurs communicated with each other?
What similarities and differences do you see between dinosaurs and animals that live today?
Why do you think dinosaurs became extinct?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive gestures or voices to mimic different dinosaur behaviors mentioned in the book to make the discussion lively and engaging.
Show genuine interest in their thoughts and answers, encouraging them to elaborate on their ideas.
Connect the book’s content with real-life examples, like comparing dinosaur habitats to modern ecosystems, to make concepts relatable.
Pause at intriguing parts of the book to ask predictive questions, enhancing their critical thinking.
After discussing, engage your child in drawing or building their favorite dinosaur using toys or art supplies to deepen the connection with the material.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Collaboration
Explanation: The book showcases various species of dinosaurs working together to overcome obstacles. This highlights the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by participating in group activities at school or home, learning to collaborate effectively with others.
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: As the environments change throughout the prehistoric narrative, dinosaurs must adapt to survive. This teaches the importance of flexibility and adaptation.
Real-World Application: Kids can learn to be flexible when facing new challenges or changes in their daily routines, making it easier to manage unfamiliar situations.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The book fuels curiosity about the ancient world and different dinosaur species, encouraging a love for learning and discovery.
Real-World Application: This lesson inspires children to explore and ask questions about the world around them, enhancing their knowledge and understanding.
Example Lesson: Resilience
Explanation: Dinosaurs face numerous challenges, from natural disasters to finding food. Despite these, they continue striving, which serves as a lesson in resilience.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to keep trying despite difficulties, whether in completing a challenging task or dealing with personal setbacks.