The Awesome Book of Duckbills and Boneheads (World of Wonder)
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What’s inside...
Discover the uncovered mysteries of duckbilled, horned, and bonehead dinosaurs in this amazing book all about these special kinds of dinosaurs! Vivid reconstructions of these extinct beasts that had bills like ducks, crests, horns, and bony skulls will transport young readers into the age of the dinosaurs as they explore the most recent discoveries of how they lived and evolved. Unearth the dinosaurs, like real life palaeontologists, as fossils, informative segments, and diagrams recreate the world of these ancient creatures. Filled with question and answer segments, colourful illustrations, spot and count features, fun facts, and projects, young readers will enjoy this interactive and educational book and its activities. With rich language and eye-popping graphics and treatments, children of all learning styles will connect with this text!
Age
9-12
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What do you think it would be like to live in the time of the dinosaurs?
If you could be friends with a duckbill or a bonehead dinosaur, which one would you choose and why?
How do you think the dinosaurs in the book felt when they encountered challenges?
What did you learn about how dinosaurs lived and interacted with their environment?
Can you think of any ways that dinosaurs are similar to animals we have today?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressive reading to bring the dinosaur characters to life, changing your tone to match the emotions and actions in the story.
Pause after exciting moments in the book to ask your child how they think a character felt or what they might do next.
Relate the dinosaur's experiences to your child's life by comparing their challenges and adventures to those faced by the dinosaurs.
Encourage your child to imagine and describe their own dinosaur character, including what it eats, where it lives, and any special abilities it might have.
After reading, use drawing or crafting to create a visual representation of their favorite scene or dinosaur from the book.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Diversity and Acceptance
Explanation: The book introduces various types of dinosaurs, each with unique features and behaviors, highlighting the beauty of diversity in nature.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to appreciate and respect differences in those around them, understanding that everyone has something special to offer.
Example Lesson: Curiosity and Learning
Explanation: As the book explores the characteristics and habitats of different dinosaurs, it encourages a sense of wonder and curiosity about the natural world.
Real-World Application: This can motivate children to explore and ask questions about their surroundings and to value education and discovery.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: The story shows how dinosaurs might have collaborated to overcome challenges in their environment, emphasizing the importance of working together.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by working cooperatively with others in school projects or sports, learning that teamwork often leads to success.