Here Are All the Hilarious Books in the How Do Dinosaurs...? Series

Little learners will delight in these lighthearted tales that build early reading skills and teach important life lessons in playful ways.

Jan 14, 2026

Ages

3-5

Here Are All the Hilarious Books in the How Do Dinosaurs...? Series

Jan 14, 2026

In the dino-mite How Do Dinosaurs series, prehistoric pals come to life in relatable and hilarious ways for young learners. These books are famous for their sing-song rhymes that build early reading skills, phonemic awareness, and confidence in kids.

From kindness to manners to being a good friend, there's a book in this series for countless occasions. With vibrant, bold, and detailed illustrations by Mark Teague, the dinos vividly bring to life the kind of silliness and big feelings that will resonate with kids learning emotional cues. Giggles are all but guaranteed! 

For an extra sleath educational opportunity, older kids can identify the specific dinosaur types whose names are subtly included throughout the books. From familiar favorites to unusual species, this is just one more reason the whole family will be hooked on this roarsome seriers.  

The newest addition to this beloved series, the How Do Dinosaurs Boxed Set, is packed with fun and heartfelt humor. Containing two classic books from the series, How to Dinosaurs Say Goodnight and How Do Dinosaurs Say I Love Youthese help readers (and dino fans!) learn important skills and routines in playful ways.  

Find more expert-approved kindergarten books, tips, and resources at our guide to getting ready for kindergarten

Or start by diving into the pages of the larger-than-life antics and gentle lessons about sharing, gratitude, and more in How Do Dinosaurs Show Good Manners? See a sneak peek below!

The charming stanzas show kids how one or two letters can change a word's meaning, providing the foundation for strong decoding and spelling skills. Each story begins with an example of silly, not-so-perfect dinosaur behavior, followed by the polite ways dinosaurs (and kids) should act — whether it's at school, bedtime, or dinner. This series will help your child become a confident reader, all while teaching them little life lessons.

Shop all the How Do Dinosaurs books below! You can find more books and activities at The Scholastic Store.

Picture Books

Board Books

For more quick tips and book recommendations, sign up for our Scholastic Parents newsletter!

You'll also get 15% off your first order at the Scholastic Store Online.

Age 5
Age 4
Age 3
Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Animals
Childhood Behaviors