Stylish artwork by award winner Owen Davey makes this 3-D introduction to dinosaurs a standout.
Watch long-extinct creatures spring to life in a striking first pop-up book for budding paleontologists. Showcased are fifteen dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles, from Ankylosaurus to Velociraptor, each one accompanied by its name and pronunciation. At once simple and sophisticated, Owen Davey’s striking pop-ups, with their geometric patterns of spiky scales, dramatic splotches, and dotted feathers, are sure to mesmerize dinosaur aficionados of all ages.
Perfectly sized for small hands, this fun-to-browse volume blends eye-catching illustrations and sturdy paper engineering to introduce 15 dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles...This handsome offering makes an inviting first stop for young dinophiles, who will be inspired to dig deeper and learn more. —School Library Journal
Fine fare for younger dinophiles alone, one-on-one, or in herds. —Kirkus Reviews
Owen Davey is the author-illustrator of Laika: Astronaut Dog and Night Knight, among several other books for children. He is also the primary illustrator of the popular iPhone game Two Dots. Twice nominated for a Kate Greenaway Medal, he lives in England.
Stylish artwork by award winner Owen Davey makes this 3-D introduction to dinosaurs a standout.
Watch long-extinct creatures spring to life in a striking first pop-up book for budding paleontologists. Showcased are fifteen dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles, from Ankylosaurus to Velociraptor, each one accompanied by its name and pronunciation. At once simple and sophisticated, Owen Davey’s striking pop-ups, with their geometric patterns of spiky scales, dramatic splotches, and dotted feathers, are sure to mesmerize dinosaur aficionados of all ages.
Praise
Perfectly sized for small hands, this fun-to-browse volume blends eye-catching illustrations and sturdy paper engineering to introduce 15 dinosaurs and prehistoric reptiles...This handsome offering makes an inviting first stop for young dinophiles, who will be inspired to dig deeper and learn more. —School Library Journal
Fine fare for younger dinophiles alone, one-on-one, or in herds. —Kirkus Reviews
Author
Owen Davey is the author-illustrator of Laika: Astronaut Dog and Night Knight, among several other books for children. He is also the primary illustrator of the popular iPhone game Two Dots. Twice nominated for a Kate Greenaway Medal, he lives in England.