The Dinosaur’s Diary

About The Dinosaur’s Diary

Step into the prehistoric world with Julia Donaldson's enchanting tale, 'The Dinosaur’s Diary'. Meet Hypsilophodon, a determined dinosaur facing the ultimate challenge: surviving and finding a safe haven to lay her precious eggs amidst the looming threat of predators like Tyrannosaurus Rex. Her quest takes an unexpected turn when she tumbles into a mysterious pool, finding herself transported to a bustling modern farm.

Life on the farm presents new, equally daunting problems. Hypsilophodon eventually finds a secluded spot to hatch her thirteen baby dinosaurs, but keeping such a large, secret family safe proves to be a monumental task. The true test of her motherly courage arises when the farmer discovers one of her youngsters, Hector, and plans to take him to the vet. It's up to Hypsilophodon and her feisty daughter, Henrietta, to orchestrate a daring rescue. After successfully retrieving Hector, the entire dinosaur family embarks on a perilous journey back through the mysterious pool, returning to their own time. This captivating adventure is a perfect read-aloud book for children aged 7 and up, filled with suspense, bravery, and the unbreakable bond of family.

Key Details

• Author: Julia Donaldson
• Publisher: Penguin UK
• Format: Paperback, 86 pages
• Language: English
• Published: 2002
• ISBN: 9780141313825

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