If Dinosaurs Could Talk for Me

by Corey Egbert

For shy Ben, recess is a great time to climb trees and draw dinosaurs, but it’s not an easy time to make friends. He wishes he could be as brave and bold as a Pachycephalosaurus when a new girl named Sophie comes to school, and Ben discovers that she draws dinosaurs too! Can Ben be brave and make a new friend? Following Ben’s example, your little ones will find courage and confidence through these relatable characters from bestselling illustrator Corey Egbert!

Genres: Picture Books

32 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 10, 2017

Reviews

[Greg Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Love this book. I can see some of myself and my son in the main character. I'm a fan of Corey's illustration style and writing, but I'm even more a fan of the man himself. Congratulations on all your successes! I will continue to follow your career.

[Heather Hoyt · Rating 5 out of 5]

We LOVED this book. I have a little boy with a middle name of Benjamin who loves dinosaurs, so this book was perfect for him. But I loved reading it too. It was short enough that it holds my small child's attention without him getting bored--I LOVE shorter picture books and this was the perfect length for us. The story is simple and beautiful. And the illustrations are exquisite, with a restrained color pallet of blue/red that reflects the story of being shy and finding new friends. Very well done. To be honest, I cried a bit the first time through this book because it feels so honest and simple and right. Wonderful book. (Disclaimer: I know the author/illustrator.)

[Casandria · Rating 5 out of 5]

Some kids are just shy! This doesn't mean they aren't awesome kids. Ben finally meets someone who likes the same things he does, but it isn't easy to talk to her.
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[RoarOutLoud · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm so glad a little boy at the library suggested this to me! It is SOOOOO cute!! I am Ben. Ben is me.

[Scott T.E. · Rating 5 out of 5]

Super cute story. I've always lived dinosaurs so it's especially fun for that :).

[Andi · Rating 5 out of 5]

An adorable book especially for the shy, artsy kids we know. Lovely, charming illustrations and a sweet story. I’ll read this one to Milo for years.