Abers and I recently had the opportunity to check out some brand-new Dinosaur Train books, in honor of Get Caught Reading Month.
Get Caught Reading Month is organized annually by the Association of American Publishers to stimulate a love of reading in people of all ages. Sid the Science Kid and Buddy from Dinosaur Train are teaming up and are participating in a free poster campaign (flat shipping applies) that supports Get Caught Reading Month. These are great for teachers or parents, check them out here!
We got to review three Dinosaur Train books, all of which are aged 3-5. There is:
Buddy and Friends
This colorful board book follows Buddy as he meets many of his friends from the TV show. This is a fun introduction to the various species included on Dinosaur Train. We still LOVE board books around here. I like that Abes can sit in her special chair and read and read and read, and I do not have to worry about her tearing any pages- this is wonderful during laundry time!!!
Next, we got to check out A Surprise for Mom!
This book details a sweet adventure that Buddy takes as he searches for the perfect gift for his mommy, ya gotta love that.
Lastly, we read Tiny Learns to Fish . Mr. Pteranodon takes the kids to the pond to learn to fish, but they encounter some difficulties when they get there. In the end, team work makes it happen!
As a teacher and as a mom, I love these books because they're colorful and teach important life skills in a fun and exciting manner. Since I am a teacher, I tend to support these stories with questions like, "What do you think this book is about?"
"What do you think will happen next?"
"Where did Buddy go with his friends?"
"Where did Buddy go with his friends?"
Following up with questions like this is so important and truly does help children retain what they just learned!
If you want to purchase these books for your little reader, check them out here:
Want more information on Sid the Science Kid or Dinosaur Train? Check out these great websites:
The Jim Henson Company: www.henson.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hensoncompany
Twitter: http://twitter.com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/hensoncompany
Twitter: http://twitter.com/
Geocache: www.geocaching.com/
SID THE SCIENCE KID and DINOSAUR TRAIN air on PBS KIDS (check local listings for details).
We were provided with samples of these books to help facilitate this review. All opinions are our own.
We were provided with samples of these books to help facilitate this review. All opinions are our own.
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