Lisa Wheeler and Barry Gott
Dino-Birthday
Playful rhyming verse from Lisa Wheeler and action-packed illustrations from Barry Gott highlight four dino birthday parties in four different seasons. Each party has a kid-friendly theme, and there are presents, cake, and lots of games for everyone!
Carolrhoda Books
Picture Book
Age 5+
32 pp
hc | 274 x 229 mm
Publication: March 2025
Author: Lisa Wheeler
Illustrator: Barry Gott
All rights available, excl. Chinese (simpl. & compl.), Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Spanish, Turkish
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- A fun way to celebrate birthdays at any time of the year
- Themes include sports, winter fun (sledging and skiing), a roller rink, and a pool party
- Easy-to-read verse incorporates lots of dino names and makes for a great readaloud
Awards
- Awards
“This book is sure to be a hit for birthdays or other annual celebrations… The energy is palpable in each illustration as lively and animated dinosaurs fill every page. Reviewer Rating: 5”—Children’s Literature Comprehensive Database, Feb 2025
“With Wheeler’s clever rhyming text and Gott’s amusing illustrations, this is a perfect read aloud for Dinovember or any time of year. Children will relate to the themed parties and enjoy Gott’s creative details that perfectly match the story. Combining birthdays and dinosaurs is a perfect match. This book is guaranteed to have high circulation—best to order more than one!”—School Library Journal, Feb 2025
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