About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts treating their favorite dinosaur figurines like real specimens and demands to know exactly what a Pteranodon ate for lunch. This is the perfect bridge for a young reader transitioning from imaginative play to factual discovery, providing the 'how' and 'why' behind the prehistoric world they love. It serves as a non-fiction companion to the Magic Tree House series, but stands alone as a clear, accessible guide to paleontology. Through the familiar voices of Jack and Annie, the book explores different dinosaur species, their habitats, and the science of fossils. It validates a child's natural curiosity and fosters a sense of pride as they master complex names and scientific concepts. Written for the 6 to 10 age range, it uses simple language to explain big ideas, making it an ideal choice for building confidence in independent readers who are ready to move beyond basic picture books into the world of STEM.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book is entirely secular and scientific. It addresses the extinction of dinosaurs with a direct, factual approach, offering several scientific theories without being scary or overly dramatic. There is mention of predators and prey, which is handled in a matter-of-fact way appropriate for the age group.
