How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Be Kind? cover

How Do Dinosaurs Learn to Be Kind?

Author: Yolen, Jane

Reading Metrics

Grade Level Lower Grades (LG K-3)
Book Level 2.0
Points 0.5
Fiction/Nonfiction Fiction
Word Count 192
Points per Word 0.002604
Page Count 32
Points per Page 0.015625

Description

Being kind can be a little difficult, even for dinosaurs. But with a little practice and some heartfelt humor, our prehistoric pals can develop empathy and compassion for others.

Quick Summary

For kids who can't get enough of dinosaurs, this short, colorful picture book sneaks in a lesson about kindness without turning it into a lecture. Each page shows a prehistoric pal making a not-so-kind choice hogging a snack, interrupting a game, or ignoring a friend's feelings and then figuring out a small, goofy way to make things right. The text is simple enough for early readers but the humor and big, expressive dinosaur illustrations keep even the youngest listeners entertained. Parents will love that the story uses humor and heart to model empathy, making it a great conversation starter for talking about sharing, listening, and caring. There's nothing frightening just goofy dinos having fun so it's a safe pick for kids who might be a little wary of big creatures. It's a perfect match for children in kindergarten through third grade who adore dinosaurs or are just beginning to learn about being considerate, and it pairs nicely with other books in the series like How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight? for a cozy bedtime read.