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Gigantosaurus

By Jonny Duddle
Series: Jonny Duddle
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Gigantosaurus by Jonny Duddle is a delightful picture book set in a prehistoric world where four young dinosaur friends embark on an adventure filled with playful exploration and the search for the fearsome Gigantosaurus. As they navigate through imaginative landscapes, they learn important lessons about bravery, friendship, and the consequences of stretching the truth too far. This engaging tale is perfect for young readers who enjoy vibrant illustrations and a touch of dinosaur drama.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy vibrant illustrations and engaging rhymes, perfect for capturing the excitement of prehistoric adventures. Young dinosaur enthusiasts will love the thrilling tale of four little dinosaurs encountering a giant creature in their imaginative escapades. It's an entertaining read for children who are fascinated by dinosaurs and love stories with a touch of suspense and humour.

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His feet go STOMP! His jaws go CRUNCH! In the blink of an eye you'll be his LUNCH!

His feet go STOMP! His jaws go CRUNCH!
In the blink of an eye you'll be his LUNCH!

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All young dinosaurs are warned about the scary Gigantosaurus. So Bonehead volunteers to be the dino-kids' lookout whenever they go into the jungle to play.

Unfortunately, he is the original boy-dinosaur who cried wolf, or in this case, GIGANTOSAURUS! Finally, Bonehead's friends refuse to believe his warnings, and the Gigantosaurus really turns up!

In a vertical gatefold surprise, it looks like Bonehead has got crunched - but in a hilarious reveal, we discover this annoying little dinosaur is safe after all.

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    His feet go STOMP! His jaws go CRUNCH! In the blink of an eye you'll be his LUNCH! All young dinosaurs are warned about the scary Gigantosaurus. So Bonehead volunteers to be the dino-kids' lookout whenever they go into the jungle to play. Unfortunately, he is the original boy-dinosaur who cried wolf, or in this case, GIGANTOSAURUS! Finally, Bonehead's friends...
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  • Gigantosaurus
    All young dinosaurs are warned about the scary Gigantosaurus. So Bonehead volunteers to be the dino-kids' lookout whenever they go into the jungle to play. Unfortunately, he is the original boy-dinosaur who cried wolf, or in this case, GIGANTOSAURUS! Finally, Bonehead's friends refuse to believe his warnings, and the Gigantosaurus really turns up! In a vertical gatefold surprise, it looks...
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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?

Gigantosaurus by Jonny Duddle has been likened to an impressive dinosaur-themed version of The Gruffalo, appreciated for its engaging rhyming story and vibrant digital illustrations. The book's illustrations are noted for their depth and detail, offering a cinematic quality that captivates young imaginations. Additionally, the fold-out page and informative snippets about dinosaurs enhance the overall reading experience, despite some minor critiques regarding typography.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781783703166

Publisher: Templar Books

Format: Board book

Date Published: 01 April 2015

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Templar Books

Illustration: Yes

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Jonny Duddle

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 166.0mm

Height: 195.0mm

Weight: 390g

Pages: 30

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About the Author

Jonny Duddle overheard the story of his first book The Pirate Cruncher while sailing on a square-rigger. Since then he has written even stranger tales including The Pirates of Scurvy Sands, The Pirates Next Door, Gigantosaurus and The King of Space. The Pirates Next Door won the Waterstones Prize in 2012 and was shortlisted for the Roald Dahl Funny Prize. Now in danger of becoming a landlubber, Jonny lives in Wales with his wife, Jane, and their daughters, Daisy and Rosie.

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    By Jonny Duddle
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