Children’s Dinosaur Books

By: Sara Hurst and Lucy Cripps

This book is perfect for young dinosaur enthusiasts who want to learn all there is to know about these curious creatures. This book is full of fun facts, loads of dinosaurs, and fascinating pictures that our kids love. It is also a “shine the light” style of book. If you haven’t read one of these books, you are in for a fun surprise!

By: Rosie Heywood

"The Great Dinosaur Search" is an interactive book for kids. Full of detailed scenes and hidden dinosaurs to find, this book is a look and find style book, but doubles as a book full of fun facts! Our big kids love finding the dinosaurs and our little kids can look at these pictures for hours.

By: Emma Yarlett

If your kids love quirky and interactive books, they’ll adore "Nibbles: The Dinosaur Guide." This book follows the story of Nibbles, a book-eating monster, who has nibbled his way into a dinosaur guide! With flaps, cut-outs, and humorous illustrations, it provides a fun and playful approach to learning about dinosaurs. This book has been a favorite at many of our houses for years! Our kids love this silly book and we love reading it.

By: Holly Hughes and Sarah Massini

"The Girl and the Dinosaur" is a beautifully illustrated picture book that tells the story of a young girl who imagines a world where dinosaurs still roam. If you have a girl who loves dinosaurs, this is the book for her. The story is sweet and there is a touch of whimsy to it.

By: Molly Idle

We stumbled upon this book by accident at our library and it quickly became a favorite! The story follows the antics of a T-Rex trying to have proper etiquette at a tea party. This book is full of charming illustrations and clever humor that make it a great choice for reading aloud with little ones. There are a few books in this series that are just as fun!

By: Giles Andreae and David Wojtowyc

"Dinosaurs Galore!" is a fun book filled with colorful illustrations. We love how it introduces different types of dinosaurs with playful rhymes. This book is fun to read aloud.

By: Deb Lund and Howard Fine

This book is a playful, rhyming picture book where a group of dinosaurs embarks on a wild train adventure, filled with thrills, spills, and unexpected challenges. As the dinos face obstacles on their journey, jokes and pictures make the story light and fun.

By: Jane Yolen and Mark Teague

The “How Do Dinosaurs” series is a beloved collection of books that teaches children about manners, habits, and behavior in a fun and engaging way. Each book in the series takes on a different theme, such as “How Do Dinosaurs Go To Bed?” or “How Do Dinosaurs Clean Their Rooms?”, presenting important lessons with the help of playful dinosaur characters. With its humorous approach and fun pictures, this series is a hit with both kids and parents!