Dig, Dig, Dinosaur
With undertones of Rosen’s We’re Going on a Bear Hunt, Dig, Dig, Dinosaur will whet the appetite of young readers fascinated by these prehistoric creatures. As a palaeontologist, Goswami is perfectly placed to introduce children to the various characteristics of different dinosaurs. Li’s vibrant illustrations reawaken these Jurassic creatures and transport them into the homes of the modern child reader.
Goswami’s prose has an air of excitement as the reader joins the three young explorers in their quest to find dinosaurs. She furnishes her audience with the relevant scientific terminology and vocabulary. Both pre-literate and literate children will appreciate the audio recording of the book (available by scanning the QR code on the inside cover of the book) a feature which makes this story accessible to all.
Li’s colourful artwork is a visual treat. The clever use of die-cut holes gives the impression that the three intrepid adventurers have excavated a site while the following page reveals their findings – a dinosaur! A fold-out page at the end of the book helps children understand the magnitude of certain characteristics of dinosaurs.
This multi-sensory picturebook is sure to appeal to young dinosaur fans. It is suitable for readers aged between 3 and 6.
