If your child loves dinosaurs, you have lots of good books to choose from. From touch-and-feel books for toddlers to exciting adventures and fascinating facts for older readers, there’s a dinosaur book here for every young fan.
Age 1–3
- That’s Not My Dinosaur by Fiona Watt
A touch-and-feel classic — brilliant for toddlers who love to explore textures. - There’s a Dinosaur in Your Book by Tom Fletcher
An interactive board book — perfect for toddlers who love to join in the fun. - Ten Minutes to Bed: Little Dinosaur by Rhiannon Fielding
A sweet and calming bedtime story, ideal for winding down at the end of a busy day.
Age 3–7
- Dinosaurs in My School by Timothy Knapman
A funny, lively picture book packed with dinosaurs causing chaos — great for early readers in nursery and reception. - Dinosaurs in the Supermarket by Timothy Knapman and Sarah Warburton
Another energetic, silly dinosaur adventure that’s a big hit with young children! - Harry and the Bucketful of Dinosaurs by Ian Whybrow and Adrian Reynolds
A beloved classic about a boy whose toy dinosaurs come to life. Warm, reassuring, and beautifully illustrated. - Stomp, Dinosaur, Stomp! by Margaret Mayo and Alex Ayliffe
A bright, bold, rhythmic book introducing different dinosaurs with fun, bouncy text — perfect for story time. - Dinosaur Roar! by Paul and Henrietta Stickland
Short, rhyming text with fun illustrations introducing opposites — a longtime favourite with toddlers and young children. - The Dinosaur That Pooped a Planet! by Tom Fletcher and Dougie Poynter
Hilarious and silly — a rhyming story about a hungry dinosaur with a very funny ending. Children find it absolutely hilarious!
Non-Fiction for Age 7+
- National Geographic Kids: Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs by Catherine D. Hughes
Full of wonderful illustrations and easy-to-understand facts — ideal for young dinosaur fans aged 5–8 who are starting to learn more seriously. - The Dinosaur Book by DK
A fantastic visual encyclopedia with realistic illustrations, timelines, and fossil facts — perfect for ages 7+. - Dinosaur A to Z by Dustin Growick (DK Publishing)
An A–Z guide covering over 150 dinosaurs, with colourful pages, pronunciation guides, and fun facts for curious kids. - The Big Book of Dinosaurs by DK
More picture-based, making it ideal for 7–10-year-olds who love browsing and discovering new dinosaurs at their own pace.
Dinosaur Sticker Books
For young dinosaur fans who love hands-on fun, sticker books are a fantastic way to combine play and learning.
- First Sticker Book Dinosaurs by Sam Taplin (Usborne)
Bright prehistoric scenes to fill with dinosaur stickers — ideal for ages 3+. - Ultimate Sticker Book: Dinosaurs by DK
Over 250 realistic dinosaur stickers! Great for slightly older children around 4–7 years. - My Dinosaur Sticker Backpack by Roger Priddy
A chunky set packed with stickers, puzzles, and activities, all in a fun carry-around “backpack” format — perfect for 3–6-year-olds.
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