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5

Jan 28, 2011

Today I had some high school students making fun of pop up books. I decided to show them this book. I heard comments like, "that's intense, "pretty amazing," and "cool." My favorite comment, "Okay I was wrong, that pop up book is rad." The book is wonderful to use to illustrate the art of pop ups and kids always like dinosaur books, especially boys.

5

Aug 10, 2011

Not only is this book incredibly informative in spite of the lack of space for words in amongst all the pop-ups - explaining how our perceptions of dinosaurs have changed over the past century and since the days of Richard Owen, the distinction between bird-hipped and lizard-hipped dinosaurs and the three eras in which they lived, and the science of Palaeontology - but it is also a work of art! With over thirty-five intricate, colourful and (dare I say?) realistic pop-ups, justice is done to Not only is this book incredibly informative in spite of the lack of space for words in amongst all the pop-ups - explaining how our perceptions of dinosaurs have changed over the past century and since the days of Richard Owen, the distinction between bird-hipped and lizard-hipped dinosaurs and the three eras in which they lived, and the science of Palaeontology - but it is also a work of art! With over thirty-five intricate, colourful and (dare I say?) realistic pop-ups, justice is done to every suborder, introducing less commonly known species with room enough still for the "big hitters" (Tyrannosaurus Rex, Brachiosaurus, Triceratops......)
A delicate volume - fit only for those aware of the respect such a book demands; adults and children alike - but a must-have for ANY dinosaur enthusiast! ...more

5

May 18, 2019

Favourite childhood non-fiction book-- full of interesting facts about dinosaurs which are hard to forget, considering they're paired with stylistic 3D dinosaurs which pop out of the book.

5

Jul 25, 2018

We checked this out from the library. This unfortunately meant that many of the amazing pop-ups were already broken. However, the ones that remained were so cool. The kids really enjoyed them. The whole book was just...interesting, intriguing. I will be adding this to our "hope-to-own" list.

5

Apr 19, 2013

This is an awesome pop-up nonfiction book that allows students to enter into the world of dinosaurs. This book would not be as exciting for a read aloud because students would not be able to explore and see all aspects of the book. It would be a great resource or incentive for learning!

5

Apr 02, 2013

The way the dinosaurs are brought to life through paper is simply incredible. The illustrations and 3D effect are automatically engaging for the reader. Along with the amazing artwork, this book contains a plethora of information about dinosaurs back when they were alive and now. A great book to show kids who are entranced with dinosaurs.

5

Nov 26, 2015

This pop-up book is so incredibly well done, would make an excellent visual reference for your prehistoric books collection of your classroom library. Students who are visual learners will grasp all of the facts/information as well as all of the other not-so-known facts about dinosaurs. Concise, witty, and fun.

5

Jan 28, 2015

This is the best pop-up book we've ever owned. The details are wonderfully rendered, and the individual pages have small, book inserts, that are also pop-ups. In terms of actual knowledge/facts, there are probably better books out there, in terms of just illustrations, detail of pop-ups, I don't think I've ever seen its equal. If you kid like dinosaurs... this is a must-own.

5

May 08, 2014

Well-written and beautiful. Not only does this title name and have three-dimensional representations of dinosaurs, it touches on interesting tangential subjects like Waterhouse Hawkins and the Victorian fascination with dinosaurs. The T. Rex is delightfully scary and the small spread of an allosaurus pulling the flesh from his prey is absolutely genius! A must-have for dinosaur lovers, pop-up collectors and Sabuda fans. I NEED a copy of this for my collection!

4

Apr 16, 2015

This book is wild! There are pop-ups, on pop-ups, on pop-ups about all kinds of dinosaurs and facts about each kind. Students would love looking through this during a dinosaur unit. It would be awesome to even bring in fossils and "dig" for them. This would be a book to show in small groups, so everyone could see and appreciate the intricate detail of the pictures/pop-ups. I would love to have a whole library of Robert Sabuda pop-up books. They are phenomenal.

4

Nov 06, 2011

This is a non fiction book intended for primary readers. An informative book with facts about dinosaurs. This is a amazing pop up book with beautiful artwork. There is alot of information for new fans and old fans alike. I wish there was a way to make them stronger because my son just loves this book and I am terrified that he is going to destroy it. If only the names of the dinosaurs were easier to pronaounce and easier to remember.

5

Feb 07, 2017

Read this book cover-to-cover six times with my youngest son. He loves it!

5

May 23, 2013

This is a great book for young children. My grandson loved it and would sit with it in his lap and go through it page by page and eventually he would make up his own stories. When he got to the page where the Tyrannosaurs head popped up he would say, "Missed me mr. meat eater". We have it still and it is not in real bad shape because he lost it in the wilds of his closet for years. I will give it to him for his children.

5

Apr 19, 2016

I was thoroughly impressed with this informational children's book. Not only were the pop ups absolutely incredible, but it is full of detailed information. It discusses different types of dinosaurs, even the lesser known ones. Not only does it give information on the specifics of types of dinosaurs but their habitats, how they came to be, how they went extinct and much much more. The attention to detail was very evident and I think this would be a useful book for any young child all the way up I was thoroughly impressed with this informational children's book. Not only were the pop ups absolutely incredible, but it is full of detailed information. It discusses different types of dinosaurs, even the lesser known ones. Not only does it give information on the specifics of types of dinosaurs but their habitats, how they came to be, how they went extinct and much much more. The attention to detail was very evident and I think this would be a useful book for any young child all the way up to an adult! ...more

4

Dec 08, 2010

This book has alot of facts on dinosaurs. So if you like dinosaurs like me, you will find out some stuff about dinosaurs that you did not know of. Beleve me or not, if you know everything in the world about dinosaurs, read this book and you will find out more. And i really like this book, i would give it 3 stars max because it was kind'a a easy read for me i dont know about you or anything but i finished it in a day at home. The day I got it from my public library, I braught it back and the girl This book has alot of facts on dinosaurs. So if you like dinosaurs like me, you will find out some stuff about dinosaurs that you did not know of. Beleve me or not, if you know everything in the world about dinosaurs, read this book and you will find out more. And i really like this book, i would give it 3 stars max because it was kind'a a easy read for me i dont know about you or anything but i finished it in a day at home. The day I got it from my public library, I braught it back and the girl said, "Your already done!?!?!" So read the book and I hope you enjoy it as much as I did. ...more

4

Jul 23, 2012

Publication: 2005

Grade/Age: Ages 5-12

Annotation: This pop-up book about dinosaurs describes the climate and type of creatures that lived during that period. Kids will learn what paleontology is and how much information scientists have gathered about these creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago.

Themes: Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures

Ways to use the book:

Use to get students interested in a lesson about dinosaurs.

Students can go to Robert Sabuda's website for cut-outs that Publication: 2005

Grade/Age: Ages 5-12

Annotation: This pop-up book about dinosaurs describes the climate and type of creatures that lived during that period. Kids will learn what paleontology is and how much information scientists have gathered about these creatures that roamed the earth millions of years ago.

Themes: Dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures

Ways to use the book:

Use to get students interested in a lesson about dinosaurs.

Students can go to Robert Sabuda's website for cut-outs that they can print and use to make their own pop-ups.
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5

Jun 18, 2012

Name: Taylor Myatt
Title: Sabuda, R., & Reinhart, M. (2005). Dinosaurs: Encyclopedia prehistorica. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.
Type of Reference: Eneyclopedia
Call Number: 567.9
Brief Description: This is a pop-up book designed to bring the dinosaurs of the past to life.
Cost: $23.95
Relevance and Relationship: I chose this book because it would be very interesting to male students.
Purpose: To fulfill students’ need to learn about all things prehistoric.
Validity: This book received renowned Name: Taylor Myatt
Title: Sabuda, R., & Reinhart, M. (2005). Dinosaurs: Encyclopedia prehistorica. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.
Type of Reference: Eneyclopedia
Call Number: 567.9
Brief Description: This is a pop-up book designed to bring the dinosaurs of the past to life.
Cost: $23.95
Relevance and Relationship: I chose this book because it would be very interesting to male students.
Purpose: To fulfill students’ need to learn about all things prehistoric.
Validity: This book received renowned reviews in the School Library Journal.
Format: Pop-up illustrations
Arrangement and Presentation: Divided into different categories of dinosaurs.
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5

Oct 19, 2008

If you haven't already taken a gander at this here gem, I highly recommend checking it out. I saw it last year in a toy store & knew that one day I would make it mine, but was unable to justify the $30 some-odd dollars they were asking for it at the time. Well, imagine my delight to find a copy in the clearance section of my local Borders for a mere $7.99! The woman behind me in line, who looked like she might try to wrest my copy away from me until I pointed out a nearby stack, tells me If you haven't already taken a gander at this here gem, I highly recommend checking it out. I saw it last year in a toy store & knew that one day I would make it mine, but was unable to justify the $30 some-odd dollars they were asking for it at the time. Well, imagine my delight to find a copy in the clearance section of my local Borders for a mere $7.99! The woman behind me in line, who looked like she might try to wrest my copy away from me until I pointed out a nearby stack, tells me that Marshalls had a few copies for even less (she regretted not buying more, but feared reprisal from her husband). Anyway, the price is well worth it for the countless hours of fun & inspiration you will no doubt enjoy as owner of your very own copy!
It is beautiful and amazing--a seriously cool effen book. ...more

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Apr 19, 2012

Sabuda, R., & Reinhart, M. (2005). Dinosaurs: Encyclopedia prehistorica. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Citation created by: Rachel Davis
Call Number: 567.9
Description: Explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs with exciting text and more than thirty-five pop-ups.
Content/Scope: Primary and Intermediate Grades (K-4).
Accuracy/Authority: Excellent reviews in both The Horn Book Magazine and School Library Journal.
Relation to Similar Works: No previous editions or revisions
Cost: $23.95
Rationale Sabuda, R., & Reinhart, M. (2005). Dinosaurs: Encyclopedia prehistorica. Cambridge, MA: Candlewick Press.

Citation created by: Rachel Davis
Call Number: 567.9
Description: Explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs with exciting text and more than thirty-five pop-ups.
Content/Scope: Primary and Intermediate Grades (K-4).
Accuracy/Authority: Excellent reviews in both The Horn Book Magazine and School Library Journal.
Relation to Similar Works: No previous editions or revisions
Cost: $23.95
Rationale for Selection: Intended for those students who love all things dinosaur and show them that reference materials can be fun and entertaining, while also being field with facts that help them to learn about the history of the world in which they live. Includes pop-up illustrations.
Professional Review: The Horn Book Magazine, Sept/Oct 2005, Vol. 81, Issue 5, Pgs. 607-608. School Library Journal, Sept 2005, Vol. 51, Issue 9.
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5

Jan 10, 2019

I read this book for my 2019 PopSugar Challenge “read a book about an extinct or imaginary creature”. Lots of great information about every dinosaur imaginable & the pop up pictures are fantastic!

5

Oct 17, 2017

I’ve been obsessed with dinosaurs since forever, so when my parents got me this I was beyond excited. It’s so thrilling and vivid! A full experience.

4

Mar 11, 2018

A fantastic and artful pop-up book for kiddos! I enjoyed it so much that I didn't want to give it to the kid I'd bought it for :)

4

Dec 17, 2019

I think this book was well written and had true facts about dinosaurs. It named the species and was very intresting. I also liked the illustrations.

5

Sep 18, 2019

I received this book as a present for my son years ago (Thanks, Ben!). We rediscovered it again recently when we were in a "Wimpy Kid" series gap. We both loved it and appreciated the artfulness of it immensely, and though the vocabulary and dinosaur names occasionally proved a challenge, the beauty of this book pulled us through.

5

Apr 20, 2019

Dinosaurs is a wonderful informational text full of colorful pop-ups that are sure to delight students of all ages. It would be a great book to give to students in 3rd through 6th grade who show an interest in dinosaurs, as it provides small, easy-to-read blurbs of information in addition to its images. What stood out to me was how amazing the pop-ups in this book were, as there were several on each page tucked behind different flaps. This book would be great to use for a read-aloud during a Dinosaurs is a wonderful informational text full of colorful pop-ups that are sure to delight students of all ages. It would be a great book to give to students in 3rd through 6th grade who show an interest in dinosaurs, as it provides small, easy-to-read blurbs of information in addition to its images. What stood out to me was how amazing the pop-ups in this book were, as there were several on each page tucked behind different flaps. This book would be great to use for a read-aloud during a unit on dinosaurs, as each page covers different types and the pop-ups would keep students engaged. It would also be useful to keep as a resource for students if they were doing a project on dinosaurs as it would provide students with an easy way to get information on the topic. ...more