Dinosaurs

Whether they're the stars of far-fetched adventures or the objects of serious study, dinosaurs never fail to fascinate. For new information and fun stories, check out the selections below, browse the shelves at your local library or as your friendly local librarian for suggestions.

Nonfiction

	Arnold, Caroline Dinosaurs with Feathers: The Ancestors of Modern Birds Illustrated by Laurie Caple Discover the links between animals living today and their ancient ancestors.
	Dixon, Dougal Amazing Dinosaurs: The Fiercest, the Tallest, the Toughest, the Smallest Dramatic illustrations enhance the wealth of information offered by a well-known dinosaur enthusiast. For a look at some of the best known and most feared dinosaurs, check out Dixon's Tyrannosaurus and Other Dinosaurs of North America.
	Jenkins, Steve Prehistoric Actual Size Although it doesn't feature dinosaurs, this engaging picture book look at a variety of ancient animals offers some unusual perspectives and surprising comparisons.
	Kerley, Barbara The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins: An Illuminating History of Mr. Waterhouse Hawkins, Artist and Lecturer Illustrated by Brian Selznick A real-life dinosaur aficionado is profiled in this appealing illustrated biography.
	Long, John A. Dinosaurs Part of an exciting new series that offers the latest information on this perennially popular topic.
	Norman, David Eyewitness Dinosaur Arresting illustrations and fascinating facts combine in this engaging entry in the Eyewitness series.

Fiction

	Adler. David A. Bones and the Dinosaur Mystery Illustrated by Barbara Johansen Newman A visit to the museum to see the dinosaur exhibit offers Jeffrey Bones an opportunity to exercise his sleuthing skills.
	Broach, Elise When Dinosaurs Came with Everything Illustrated by David Small Errands with Mother take on a new luster when every purchase comes with a complimentary dinosaur.
	Grambling, Lois G. Can I Bring My Pterodactyl to School, Ms. Johnson? Illustrated by Judy Love What would you say to convince your teacher that taking a dinosaur to school would be a good idea?
	Lewis, Kevin Dinosaur Dinosaur Illustrated by Daniel Kirk Just another day: waking, eating, and going out to play with the other dinosaurs. Well, just another day if you are a young dinosaur.
	Sís, Peter Dinosaur! Taking a toy dinosaur into the bath is safe, unless of course you have a lively imagination as the boy in this wordless picture book does.
	Wick, Walter Can You See What I See? Hunt for dinosaurs in this rhymed book that challenges readers to locate hidden figures.
	Willems, Mo Edwina, the Dinosaur Who Didn't Know She Was Extinct Edwina doesn't let the fact that she's extinct prevent her from having fun and making friends.
	Yolen, Jane How do Dinosaurs Go to School? Illustrated by Mark Teague How can a dinosaur fit in at school in this day and age? Find out in this latest entry in the popular series by Yolen and Teague.

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