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In honor of DinoMAYnia, a month-long celebration of all things prehistoric! Dino-maniacs of all ages will devour this SUPERSIZED bundle of books from Nat Geo Kids and a very cool fossil kit.
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Little Kids First Board Book; Dinosaurs (ages baby – 3, hardcover, $7.99)
The prehistoric world comes alive with dinosaurs, small, big, giant, and gigantic in this colorful book for the very youngest dinosaur lovers! Each spread in this sturdy book features a different dinosaur, super-simple facts, and lively, age-appropriate language to keep babies and toddlers–and their grown-ups–fascinated by every colorful page. Readers will learn about a variety of dinosaurs–and how to say their names; they can also find recurring shapes and patterns in the art. At the same time, adults can keep their eyes open for occasional funny commentary from the animals. Sidebar text offers additional learning for older siblings or those ready for more complex information. The Little Kids First Board Books mirror the beloved First Big Books while taking a fresh new approach to excite a baby’s sense of wonder and make learning about nature and science fun.
NG Kids Dinos Sticker Activity Book (ages preschool – 3, paperback, $6.50)
So Cool! Dinos (hardcover, ages 3-5, $6.99)
Those sharp, pointy teeth! Those terrifying claws! Those long necks and pointy spines! Let’s face it …dinosaurs are SO COOL! Blending dinosaur art with silly quips and Informational fact boxes about when dinosaurs lived on Earth, stats about dinos, dinosaur feathers, and more, this is the perfect little reader to get kids’ brains buzzing and keep them laughing while learning.
Ultimate Dinopedia, 2nd ED (hardcover, ages 7-10, 296 pages, $24.99)
Big, beautiful, and gift-worthy! The new edition of the popular Nat Geo Kids Dinopediaincludes all the latest species and is the most complete, up-to-date dinosaur reference available. Like the fierce T-rex and the gentle Brontosaurus, find favorites, plus audacious new finds, like the Anzu, Kosmoceratops, and Yi. Every dino profile is colorfully illustrated and features descriptions of when they roamed the Earth, how they lived, what they ate, and more. There are more than 600 dinos featured in all, including ten profiles of recently discovered dinosaurs and new entries in the Dino Dictionary. Reports from paleontologists present the latest news and insights from the field.
Dino Records: The Most Amazing Prehistoric Creatures Ever to Have Lived on Earth! (paperback, ages 8-12, 208 pages, $14.99)
Get ready to meet the record-setting creatures from when dinosaurs roamed the Earth, including the biggest, smallest, smartest, weirdest, deadliest, most notorious, and most mysterious. Young paleontologists can explore fantastic firsts, including the first dinosaur fossils found and the first dinos in space. They’ll also meet other rad, remarkable creatures that lived before, after, and alongside them. Did you know that the largest fish, the largest turtle, and the largest flying animal that ever existed lived during the time of the dinosaurs? Or did mammals – no bigger than a small dog when dinosaurs roamed – eventually become massive land animals? See who wins in head-to-head species smackdowns and enjoy games that complement the records.
T. rex, triceratops, pterosaurs, saber-toothed cats! This eye-catching, comprehensive, and “browsable” title is jam-packed with 1,000 fascinating facts about what these prehistoric creatures looked like, how they lived, and the evidence they left behind. Uncover amazing fossil facts about the first four-legged creatures; find out what it’s like to be on a dinosaur dig; and marvel at some of the fiercest, most fascinating claws and teeth. Learn how dinosaurs and birds are connected, discover the biggest prehistoric mysteries that scientists are still trying to crack, and sink your teeth into some seriously supersize dino stats.
National Geographic Dino Fossil Dig Kit (ages 8+, $9.99)
Your child will be able to do the work of a real paleontologist as they excavate a T. rex tooth replica from the large dig brick with tools similar to what paleontologists use in the field. This T. rex tooth is a special item because it was molded from a real T. rex tooth fossil, so your child will have the chance to see, feel, and treasure an artifact from one of the most famous and fearsome dinosaurs yet discovered. A genuine coprolite (dino poop) fossil is also included.
- National Geographic Kids has a fantastic DinoMAYnia website packed with games, video shorts, facts, and even a dinosaur personality quiz!
- Visit National Geographic Kids Books on Twitter
- DinoMAYnia video featuring Nat Geo Paleontologist Nizar Ibrahim
- Dinomaynia Book Store
Nancy says
I like this one best: National Geographic Kids Ultimate Dinopedia, Second Edition.