Dragons of the Prime: Poems about Dinosaurs

An anthology of poems for children called "Dragons of the Prime" brings dinosaurs out of their display cases and into homes, asking them to be careful with the carpet. It tackles big questions about these creatures, such as what a baby diplodocus would pray for and how big a dinosaur's egg is. It also includes poems about their Jurassic heyday, new discoveries, and the history of how humans have imagined them.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 128 pages
Publication date: 08 May 2019
Publisher: The Emma Press

ROAR! Now, I've got your attention! Can I interest you in a captivating collection of poems about dinosaurs?




Though they vanished from the Earth 65 million years ago, dinosaurs continue to fascinate us. They grace our screens in "The Land Before Time," adorn classrooms and museum collections, and yet, it may be challenging to comprehend that these colossal creatures once roamed our planet. The poets in this anthology invite these prehistoric creatures out of their display cases and into your home, kindly asking them to tread carefully on the carpet.




"Dragons of the Prime" is a delightful anthology designed specifically for children, delving into the intriguing questions surrounding these awe-inspiring creatures. What would a baby diplodocus pray for? How big is a dinosaur's egg? Along the way, the book explores the lives of fossil-finders like the pioneering Mary Anning, delves into the T-Rex's workout routine, and even features chickens who dream of their dino ancestors' "dagger teeth." The anthology encompasses a range of poems, capturing the essence of dinosaurs during their prime, exploring new discoveries, and unraveling the latest scientific knowledge about these magnificent beasts. Moreover, it sheds light on the history of how humans have envisioned and imagined these extraordinary creatures throughout time.

Weight: 130g
Dimension: 126 x 184 x 11 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912915057