The World of Dinosaur Roar!: Dinosaur Thud! The Carnotaurus
#12 of 12 in Dinosaur Roar! Series
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What’s inside...
In 'Dinosaur Thud! The Carnotaurus,' young readers are introduced to Thud, a mighty Carnotaurus who learns important lessons about friendship and community in a prehistoric setting. The story is part of 'The World of Dinosaur Roar!' series, which is designed to entertain and educate children about dinosaurs and their world. The mean Carnotaurus, Dinosaur Thud loves to chase all the small dinosaurs, but when he meets the huge Brachiosaurus, Dinosaur PLOD, he realizes it's not so easy to chase something bigger than him. The book features fantastic rhyming text by Peter Curtis and is great to read aloud, perfect for preschool children. Inspired by the classic picture book, 'Dinosaur Roar!' by Paul Stickland and Henrietta Stickland, this colorful series introduces a cast of authentic dinosaur characters and is approved by the Department of Earth Sciences at the Natural History Museum in London.
Discussion points
How do you think Dinosaur Thud felt when he met the other dinosaurs?
What makes Carnotaurus different from the other dinosaurs in the book?
Why is it important to respect each other’s differences, like how the dinosaurs had to learn?
Can you think of a time when you met someone new and how you felt?
What would you do if you met a dinosaur like Thud?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to convey Thud’s emotions, which helps children understand and empathize with the character.
Encourage your child to describe Thud using their own words, fostering creativity and personal connection.
Discuss personal experiences relating to the theme, such as making new friends, which makes the story relatable.
After reading, ask your child to draw their favorite scene, which aids in memory retention and understanding.
Compare Thud’s characteristics with those of other dinosaurs in the book to develop observation and analytical skills.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Courage
Explanation: Dinosaur Thud, despite being intimidating, shows bravery when facing challenges within the story.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by learning to face their own fears, whether it's trying something new or standing up for themselves.
Example Lesson: Empathy
Explanation: The interactions between different dinosaurs encourage understanding and consideration for others' feelings.
Real-World Application: This can help children develop empathy by teaching them to be aware of the emotions of others and respond kindly.
Example Lesson: Cooperation
Explanation: Throughout 'Dinosaur Thud! The Carnotaurus', the characters learn to work together to solve problems.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to collaborate with peers in school projects or in team sports, understanding the value of teamwork.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: Despite obstacles, Thud keeps trying, teaching children the importance of not giving up.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to persist with their tasks or learning new skills, even when they find it difficult.
Example Lesson: Respect for differences
Explanation: The story shows a diverse range of dinosaur characters, each with unique traits, highlighting the beauty of diversity.
Real-World Application: Children are encouraged to value and respect individual differences among their classmates and in their community.