The Great Big Dinosaur Treasury
What’s inside...
A stunning hardcover collection of eight picture books full of fascinating facts and just plain fun! The collection includes titles such as Curious George's Dinosaur Discovery, If the Dinosaurs Came Back, Tadpole Rex, Ridin' Dinos with Buck Bronco, Gus the Dinosaur Bus, Dinosailors, Good Night, Dinosaurs, and Patrick's Dinosaurs. Each book offers a unique and entertaining perspective on dinosaurs. The collection also comes with a bonus downloadable dino party kit that includes invitations, thank-you notes, a banner, coloring pages, and book marks to decorate.
Age
4-7
Length
272 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
Which dinosaur in the book was your favorite and why?
If you could create your own dinosaur, what special features would it have?
How do you think the dinosaurs felt when they couldn't find their friend?
What would you do if you met a dinosaur in real life?
How are the dinosaurs in the book similar or different from animals we see today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine beyond the book by asking them to create their own dinosaur, complete with a name and special features. Help them draw parallels between the emotions of the dinosaurs and their own feelings when faced with challenges or when working with friends. Use expressive reading to make the storytelling more engaging and ask your child to predict what might happen next to enhance their analytical thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork and Cooperation
Explanation: The characters in 'The Great Big Dinosaur Treasury' often work together to solve problems, showing how teamwork can accomplish goals that might be unattainable individually.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by collaborating with peers in school projects or during team sports, learning the importance of working together and supporting each other.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: The story encourages curiosity about the natural world as characters explore their surroundings and learn new things about the time of the dinosaurs.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to ask questions and seek answers about the world around them, nurturing a lifelong love of learning and exploration.
Example Lesson: Bravery in the Face of Fear
Explanation: Characters in the book often face scary situations, but they learn to overcome their fears, demonstrating courage.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to face their own fears, whether it's trying out for a new sport, speaking up in class, or sleeping alone in the dark, knowing they can overcome challenges.
Example Lesson: Respect for Nature
Explanation: The book portrays dinosaurs and their habitats with awe and respect, underscoring the importance of conservation and respecting wildlife.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to appreciate and take care of their environment, understanding the impact of their actions on nature and the importance of preserving our planet for future generations.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: The characters encounter numerous challenges that they must think through and solve logically, highlighting the value of critical thinking and resourcefulness.
Real-World Application: This lesson equips children with the ability to apply logical thinking to their everyday challenges—be it resolving conflicts with friends or tackling difficult school assignments.