Dinotrux go to School

Name: Dinotrux go to School
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316400619
Price: 13.99 NZD
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By Chris Gall

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Summary

Dinotrux go to School by Chris Gall is an imaginative children's book where the beloved creatures, Dinotrux, embark on a new adventure as they try to fit in and navigate their hilarious first day at school. With their unique size and abilities, they face challenges and make new friends, learning the fun of being part of a community. It's an engaging tale infused with humour and creativity that's sure to delight young readers.
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Dinotrux go to School

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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this book if you love fun and imaginative stories about creatures with a mix of dinosaur and construction features. It's a delightful read that combines humour and adventure, perfect for young children who are about to start school and enjoy tales of friendship and teamwork.

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What will they eat for lunch?

Will their teacher be nice?
But the Dinotrux don't need to worry. They can help each other. And school isn't scary. It's fun, especially when you are part dinosaur and part truck!

Dinotrux - the incredible dinosaur-truck mashups - are about to take the leveled reader category by storm! Launching simultaneously in hardcover!

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What will they eat for lunch?

Will their teacher be nice?

But the Dinotrux don't need to worry. They can help each other. And school isn't scary. It's fun, especially when you are part dinosaur and part truck!

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Dinotrux Go to School by Chris Gall receives praise for its engaging dinosaur and machine hybrids, which steal the spotlight with their entertaining and action-packed illustrations. Critics note the book's appeal to young fans of large, noisy machines and highlight its vibrant, energy-filled illustrations. It is recommended as a delightful follow-up for both returning and new readers, brimming with personality and sure to captivate elementary-aged children.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316400619

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 July 2014

Country: United States

Imprint: Little, Brown Young Readers

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 3.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 176.0mm

Weight: 90g

Pages: 32

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Chris Gall

About the Author

Chris Gall is the award-winning author and illustrator of Dinotrux, a Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book, as well as Dog vs. Cat, Awesome Dawson, Revenge of the Dinotrux, Substitute Creacher, Dear Fish, and There's Nothing to Do on Mars. His books have received numerous starred reviews and awards including a Borders Original Voices Award for Dear Fish and a Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book for There's Nothing to Do on Mars. Chris has won a multitude of awards from organizations like the Society of Illustrators and Communication Arts Magazine, and is also the illustrator of America the Beautiful, a Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book. He lives in Tucson, Arizona.EndFragment

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