Disappointed when his mother tells him that there are no dinosaurs left, Marty decides that they're still around but they're just good at hiding. Searching hard, he locates elves, a silly monster, a unicorn, an alien, a thinga-ma-jig, and even a giant in places ranging from the laundry basket to the lily pond. One night, several dinosaurs reveal themselves to readers, hiding behind moonlit trees and reflected in cloud shapes, star constellations, and shadows. Rock formations, blankets, flowers, etc., feature the distinct shapes of Stegosaurus tails or scales or Apatosaurus heads. Vibrant colors pull children right into the art; the paintings have a playful, inviting look. The verbal and visual presentations are fun, light, and respectful of a child's way of seeing the world.
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