About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking those big, unanswerable questions about history or the natural world. It is the perfect choice for a kid who prefers their own creative theories over the dry facts found in a textbook. In this story, young Patrick and his older brother Hank discuss why dinosaurs are no longer here. While Hank offers scientific explanations, Patrick spins a magnificent, tall tale about dinosaurs building houses, inventing airplanes, and eventually leaving Earth in spaceships because humans were too busy playing to help them. This is a celebration of the 'what if' phase of childhood. It validates a child's inner world and imagination while modeling a gentle, inquisitive relationship between siblings. Best for ages 4 to 8, it turns a scientific mystery into a whimsical adventure that honors a child's unique perspective.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
The book touches on extinction and the passage of time, but it does so through a purely secular, imaginative lens. There is no mention of death or disaster; instead, the 'disappearance' is framed as a departure, making it a very safe choice for sensitive children.
