Books Like When Dinosaurs Die
Why kids love When Dinosaurs Die
Softening heavy topics with dinosaurs
The use of familiar dinosaur characters acts as a friendly buffer, allowing children to explore high-stakes emotions without feeling overwhelmed or frightened.
Answers to the 'Why' questions
Children feel empowered and less anxious because the book provides direct, literal answers to the blunt questions they are often afraid to ask out loud.
Validating the messiness of grief
The book mirrors a child's internal world by showing that it is okay to feel angry, confused, or even happy again, which helps them feel seen and understood.
A non-scary look at rituals
By illustrating what happens at funerals and memorials, the book demystifies the 'scary' unknowns of saying goodbye and replaces them with a sense of curiosity.
