1 / 7How to Catch® a Dinosaur Illustrated Picture Book
How to Catch® a Dinosaur is an illustrated children's picture book about a group of kids trying to catch a dinosaur for their school science fair. Its playful dinosaur premise and 40-page length suit shared reading and young dinosaur fans.
At a glance
- A dinosaur-catching story framed around a school science fair.
- The listing describes the book as combining humour with STEAM concepts.
- The 40-page illustrated edition is listed in English.
Reference price: $16.50
Price checked: Nov 12, 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The playful dinosaur premise gives young readers a clear story hook.
- Customer feedback describes the story as engaging and entertaining, and praises its illustrations and colourful pages.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Sourcebooks Wonderland |
|---|---|
| Publication date | Sept. 3 2019 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 40 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1492680524 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1492680529 |
| Reading age | Customer suggested age: 3 - 6 years |
| Grade level | Kindergarten and up |
| Dimensions | 21 x 0.9 x 21 cm |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 304 g |
Who is it for?
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Customer feedback describes the book as engaging and entertaining for children, with a creative story, vibrant illustrations and colourful pages. Those reported qualities suit the listed picture-book format and dinosaur-catching plot. Aggregate ratings are strongly positive overall, though ratings alone do not explain individual opinions.
Positive themes
- Customer feedback praises the engaging story and colourful illustrations.
Frequently asked questions
What is the story about?
The listing describes kids trying to catch a dinosaur in time for their school science fair and prove dinosaurs are still around.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 40 pages.
What age range is suggested?
The listing gives a customer-suggested reading age of 3–6 years and a grade level of Kindergarten and up.
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