A Dinosaur A Day

Name: A Dinosaur A Day
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9780755501793
Price: 32.0 NZD
Availability: InStock

By Miranda Smith

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4.48

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Summary

A Dinosaur A Day by Miranda Smith is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to a different dinosaur species each day. With engaging illustrations and fun facts, the book captivates the imagination and nurtures curiosity about these fascinating prehistoric creatures. It's an educational and entertaining journey through the world of dinosaurs designed to inspire kids' love for science and history.
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A Dinosaur A Day

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

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Shortlisted for 2023 British Book Design and Production Award – Educational Books

A stunning new fact filled children’s illustrated gift book for kids aged 6 and up

Description

Shortlisted for 2023 British Book Design and Production Award – Educational Books

A dinosaur for every day of the year!

Dip in each day to discover a new dinosaur and enjoy sharing with friends or family.

Immerse yourself in this unforgettable year-long encounter with the most astonishing creatures ever to walk the Earth. From the ferocious Tyrannosaurus to the gentle giant Titanosaurus, you’ll find familiar and lesser-known names, alongside newly discovered species, all brought to life with stunning illustrations and fascinating facts.

With beautiful illustrations of every dinosaur and gorgeous packaging, this is the ULTIMATE gift for dinosaur fans aged 6 and up.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

A Dinosaur A Day is praised for its stunning illustrations and exhaustive presentation, making it a standout resource for young dinosaur enthusiasts and budding palaeontologists. The book is noted for featuring lesser-known species and offering an immersive year-long adventure through the world of dinosaurs. Recognised as a beautiful gift option, it has been included in various recommended reading guides for children.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780755501793

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 October 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Red Shed

Contributors:

Illustrated by Max Rambaldi
Illustrated by Jenny Wren
Illustrated by Olga Baumert
Illustrated by Xuan Le
Illustrated by Juan Calle
Illustrated by Xuan Le
Illustrated by Max Rambaldi

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 23.0mm

Width: 225.0mm

Height: 284.0mm

Weight: 1060g

Pages: 224

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Miranda Smith

About the Author

Miranda Smith has written and edited information books and articles for children and adults on a variety of subjects. Like the children she writes for, she likes to explore and find out about new things. Recently, she has visited Peru's Macchu Picchu and jumped out of an aeroplane, and is currently deciding how to relate these to her writing and what to do next!

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