About This Book
Reach for this book when your child is in a phase of 'forbidden curiosity,' specifically when they are testing boundaries around household objects or struggling to follow safety rules. It provides a gentle way to discuss why some items are for adults only, without being overly lecture-based or punitive. In this adventure, young Tom plays with a forbidden kitchen timer and is whisked away to a prehistoric land. While the dinosaurs are huge and a bit intimidating, the story focuses on Tom's wonder and his eventual realization that following directions keeps him safe. It is a perfect choice for preschoolers and early elementary students who are learning about responsibility and the natural consequences of their actions. Michael Foreman's soft, expansive illustrations turn a lesson in obedience into a magical exploration of bravery and imagination.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and safe. While there is 'peril' in the form of large dinosaurs, it is handled through a lens of fantasy and wonder. There are no heavy themes of loss or trauma, just the temporary anxiety of being away from a parent.
