Thursday, September 17, 2020

Picture books for everyone


Princesses Versus Dinosaurs by Linda Bailey and Joy Ang

Could this book be more universally appealing? We have the sweet, bright appeal of princesses and the wild fun of dinosaurs. But it's more than just that simply dichotomy. Some of the princesses engage in flower-picking and tea parties. Others have sword fights and climb trees. Some dinosaurs stomp in the mud and break things. Others are engaged in more peaceful pursuits. The two groups are in conflict and share the blame for that conflict equally. Just as the blame is shared, so too is the resolution. Each becomes interested in the activities of the other group until they naturally tear down the barrier between them. It's silly fun with a message about conflict resolution, all tied together with cartoony illustrations. A little something for everyone.  

 Advanced Reader Copy provided by NetGalley

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