5 Dino-Mite books for Dinosaur Lovers
Are you struggling to find a book for your Dinosaur obsessed child? With our help, we bet you Jurassican find them the perfect book! From Dino-themed picture books to exploring other worlds with the Astrosaurs, we've got you covered.
Whether you are shopping for a gift, something to add to your little ones' bedtime routine or a treat for yourself, there's bound to be something for any occasion. We've broken down five of our favourite Prehistoric stories and some extra titles that we think will fit perfectly alongside our favourites. For more dino titles, check out our extensive range of Dinosaur Books.
Dinosaur Adventures with Miles Kelly Publishing
Dinosaurs have quickly become a popular focus in children's picture books. With that in mind, there is a lot to choose from! The best place to start is Miles Kelly Publishing's Dinosaur Adventures. All ten of these books are beautifully illustrated, and all contain wonderfully light-hearted and educational stories that aim to teach children that everyone is different. With ten stories that feature ten different dinosaur characters, this collection is an excellent introduction to reading. 
We would like to also highlight this perfect dinosaur picture book that would be ideal for children starting school, The Worrysaurus by Rachel Bright. This short tale explores emotions and dealing with worries, the perfect book for any little Worrysaurus.
The Dinosaur that Pooped by Tom Fletcher
Sticking with picture books, the increasingly popular Dinosaur That Pooped Series by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter fits right in. There isn't much this dinosaur hasn't pooped; from Christmas to a whole planet, this hilariously silly series is perfect for your budding dino enthusiast. Perfect for encouraging children to read with you as these hilarious stories will have them laughing out loud and wanting to keep reading.
For non-fiction picture books, check out First Dinosaur Encyclopedia, A First Reference Book for Children By DK, which contains many facts and images to explain and educate your little ones. Don't forget the Little People Big Dreams: Mary Anning, which teaches children about the mother of palaeontology. Browse our entire Little People Big Dreams Collection here.
Astrosaurs by Steve Cole
As your child grows, their interests change. If they haven't had their dinosaur phase yet, they will do, or maybe they've always had an interest in the prehistoric. For ages 7+, they might be more confident reading independently, or perhaps they are enjoying reading aloud with you. For a fun and enjoyable dinosaur adventure, you should try Astrosaurs! This fantastic series follows Teggs and his team of fellow Dinosaur Astronauts as they face different foes and explore space. These books are the perfect introduction to longer stories and chapters for young readers. The book contains funny illustrations and engaging stories to keep your little raptor hooked.
For fans of fantasy books, The Beast Quest Series by Adam Blade is a great next read for your dinosaur-loving child. The series is jam-packed with battles with beasts, ideal for 7-9-year-olds but has been thoroughly enjoyed by a wide range of readers.
Another great addition to your library is The Horrible Science Collection, specifically looking at the book Evolve or Die. This title is perfect for any dino fan as it explains how animals have evolved over time and which animals have evolved from the dinosaurs!
The Contender Series by Taran Matharu
This epic Young Adult series focuses on teen Cade Carter as he is thrust into another realm. He soon discovers their new world is populated with lost remnants from the past: prehistoric creatures, ancient relics, and people. It soon becomes clear that Cade and his classmates are being forced to compete in deadly combats by their mysterious kidnappers. The Contender Trilogy takes the reader on various adventures with Cade and his boarding school classmates. Throughout the series, there are numerous battles with different Prehistoric beasts that will keep you hooked over all three books.
The first book in the series is The Chosen, then the adventures continue with The Challenger and concludes with The Champion. The trilogy is written by Taran Matharu, bestselling author of The Summoner Series.
Jurassic Park & The Lost World by Michael Crichton
The international bestseller Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton is ideal for any dinosaur fan, big or small! Set on a remote jungle island, genetic engineers have created a dinosaur theme park. An astonishing technique for recovering and cloning dinosaur DNA has been discovered. For fans of movie adaptations, this book will be a great gift to a loved one or yourself! The sequel to this book, The Lost World, starts four years after the disaster at Jurassic World and contains just as much action.
The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs: The Untold Story of a Lost World by Steve Brusatte is a great book to continue your dinosaur exploration with. Dr Steve Brusatte, one of the leading scientists of a new generation of dinosaur hunters armed with cutting-edge technology, is piecing together the complete story of how the dinosaurs ruled the earth for 150 million years. The world of the dinosaurs has fascinated on book and screen for decades - from early science fiction classics like The Lost World to Godzilla terrorizing the streets of Tokyo and the monsters of Jurassic Park.
We hope this dinosaur blog has helped you find some new reads for you and your loved ones. Don't forget to check out our Dinosaur Books Collection!