The Dinosaur that Pooped a Zoo!
The Dinosaur that Pooped Series
What’s inside...
Danny and his eternally hungry pet dinosaur take a trip to the local zoo. The excited dino cannot resist gobbling up every animal in sight—lions, penguins, even the insects! When zookeepers and visitors panic, Danny must find a way to put things right. A gigantic, comical poop-plosion sends the animals safely back to their enclosures and teaches Danny a lesson about self-control and responsibility. Told in fast-paced rhyme and accompanied by bold, humorous illustrations, this picture book offers plenty of giggles while gently reinforcing caring behaviour and consequences.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
3-7
Length
26 pages, Paperback
Text complexity
Character compass
Danny
The Dinosaur
Zookeeper
Discussion points
Why do you think the dinosaur ate the animals?
How did Danny feel when the zoo was empty?
What could Danny have done differently?
How would you help fix a big mistake?
Tip: Role play these questions
Pause and predict what might happen next.
Count animals as they reappear to practice numbers.
Make up new rhymes together using zoo animals.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Take responsibility for mistakes
Explanation: Danny cleans up after the dinosaur and apologises.
Real-World Application: Children can practise saying sorry when spilling toys or snacks.
Example Lesson: Think before you act
Explanation: The dinosaur’s impulsive eating causes chaos.
Real-World Application: Pause before grabbing or interrupting others.
Example Lesson: Help others when things go wrong
Explanation: Danny works with zookeepers to restore order.
Real-World Application: Offer assistance if a friend loses something or is upset.