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Dino Dad

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Three years ago Andy, I wouldn't have been able to identify you at a crime scene. But now, I'll be honest, I see you in my dreams.

What if YOUR dad was a dinosaur? Hi, I'm Ruby! And I've got a big secret . . . everyone thinks my dad is an amazing dinosaur expert at our local museum. And he totally is! But he's also . . . a POOPA! And so am I! 
 
What's a POOPA? Well, it means he's a Protector Of Our Prehistoric Allies. When me and Dad touch his special, magic ammonite shell, we travel to an incredible island, full of dinosaurs. And when we go there, we turn into dinosaurs too! We have so many amazing adventures . . . and I can't wait for you to join us!

A fantastic new magical dino-tastic adventure series from children's TV superstar Andy Day, paired with illustration powerhouse Steven Lenton! 
 
What if YOUR dad could change into a dinosaur? 
 
Hi, I'm Ruby! And I've got a big secret . . . everyone thinks my dad is an amazing dinosaur expert at our local museum. And he totally is! But he's also . . . a POOPA! And so am I! 
 
What's a POOPA? Well, it means he's a Protector Of Our Prehistoric Allies. When me and Dad touch his special, magic ammonite shell, we travel to an incredible island, full of dinosaurs who live just like us humans do. And when we go there, we turn into dinosaurs too! 
 
We have so many amazing adventures . . . and I can't wait for you to join us! 
 
A hilarious and brilliantly illustrated easy-to-read story peppered with real dino facts - perfect for any young dinosaur-lover! 
 
Make sure you read Ruby's second dino-tastic adventure - Dino Dad: Ice Age - and look out for the next book, Dino Dad: Big School Talent Show, out in February 2025. 
 
 
Here's what real readers are saying about Dino Dad! 
 
“My son loves both dinosaurs and Andy, so this book was an absolute hit with him” 
 
“A great way to help children transition into chapter books with beloved TV star Andy” 
 
“The story is fun and engaging, with just the right amount of humour to keep them giggling” 
 
“Great book for kids aged 5-8 years old. The artwork is great, the story is fun and there’s also a learning element to it” 
 
“A delightful and engaging story that’s perfect for young Andy Day or dinosaur fans”

Andy Day (Author) 
Andy is the star of multiple children's television programmes, most notably his Andy's Adventures, which span from dinosaurs, safari and 'aquatic'. He is also the star of Andy and the Band which features Andy's real-life pop band, Andy and the Odd Socks. 
Steven Lenton (Illustrator) 
Steven Lenton is a multi-award winning illustrator. He has illustrated many children's books including Head Kid by David Baddiel, The Hundred And One Dalmatians adapted by Peter Bently, The Shifty McGifty and Slippery Sam series by Tracey Corderoy, and Frank Cottrell-Boyce's fiction titles.

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