How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon?

How Do Dinosaurs...?

by Jane Yolen, Mark Teague (Illustrator)

Can you imagine dragging a very stubborn styracosaurus into the doctor's office? Or saying "Open wide" to a very sharp-toothed carnotaurus?
From enormous sneezes to gigantic wails, the outrageous antics of the mischievous young dinosaurs in this book are sure to bring laughter to anyone - large or small - who has ever said atchoo!

Genres: Picture Books, Dinosaurs, Childrens, Storytime, Fiction, Animals, Health

40 pages, Hardcover

First published February 1, 2003

About the author

Jane Yolen is a novelist, poet, fantasist, journalist, songwriter, storyteller, folklorist, and children’s book author who has written more than three hundred books. Her accolades include the Caldecott Medal, two Nebula Awards, the World Fantasy Award, three Mythopoeic Awards, the Kerlan Award, two Christopher Awards, and six honorary doctorate degrees from colleges and universities in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Born and raised in New York City, the mother of three and the grandmother of six, Yolen lives in Massachusetts and St. Andrews, Scotland.

Reviews

[Scottsdale Public Library]

A fun book for anyone - large or small - who has ever said "Atchoo!" -- Skye W.

[Lara Maynard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This might be my favourite from this How Do Dinosaurs…? series by Yolen and Teague. Life lessons without being too pedantic. Dinosaurs with human parents. Fun.

[midnightfaerie · Rating 4 out of 5]

My 5 yr old requested this as one of our reads this morning even though we've read it before. Way below his level reading wise, but right up his alley story wise. A cute story about dinosaurs getting sick and what they should do, and what they do do, when it happens. Even my twin 3 yr olds were fascinated at the dinosaurs that refused to open their mouths for their doctors to get their temperature taken. And rhyming is always a big win in our family. Great book!

[Cassandra Lemieux · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a humorous children's book that talks about dinosaurs who do not want to any of the tasks that require them to feel better. The dinosaurs throw tantrums and hide so that they don't have to take medicine or go to the doctor. But towards the end you start to see how the dinosaurs really behave once they want to feel better! The grade level best suited for this book would be K-4. I would use this book as a transition book. I think the children would really enjoy it and it also has a good moral which is always a plus! Individual students that would benefit from this would be any student who enjoys dinosaurs or have mutual feelings about the doctors. I think I would us this as a read aloud over a literature circle because I think it is a book the whole class will enjoy and I like the meaning more so than the educational aspect. Related books include: "How do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight" "How Do Dinosaurs Go To School"
Multimedia: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r0yP4...

[Liz · Rating 2 out of 5]

We love many of the other “How Do Dinosaur” books, but this one missed the mark for me. Some pages seemed to blame the dinosaur/child for being sick. The one that really stuck out to me basically asked if a dinosaur threw up in a bucket. Anyone who has read these knows that the answer is typically “No!” when you’re reading with the kids, because the first half of the books always have dinosaurs doing something they shouldn’t. If a kid has a stomach bug, YES he should throw up in a bucket! Seriously, when a kid is sick, if they manage not to vomit on themselves or the floor, I call it a win. Obviously, this one has me riled up.

[Kate M. Colby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Jack borrowed this book from the Spring Hill Library. I picked it because he loves this series. We read it tonight before bed, and he beamed at the dinosaurs and listened to the whole thing attentively.

[Jc · Rating 4 out of 5]

Getting sick is normal and learning how to get better is part of getting smarter.

[Isabella · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a funny and memorable childhood book that my brothers and I shared years ago. I will make sure to hold onto these!

[Becky · Rating 4 out of 5]

Standard formula for these books — dinosaurs demonstrating how not to behave, and then how to turn it around. My boys keep coming back to these books over and over.

[Lora · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such a great book to read with your favorite people. I even read it to my husband. First got it from the library, then had to buy my own copy. The subtle humor and illustrations will amuse adults as well as kiddos.

[Judy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Grands love, great illustrations.

[Mandy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Uh-oh, the dinosaurs are now sick! How are they going to act being sick at home and when they are taken to the doctor?

Children will be able to relate to this picture book because I am sure at one point of their young lives they have been sick. They will see through the detailed illustrations by talented illustrator Mark Teague how they should and should not act when they are sick. Those with an eye for detail will notice the name of each dinosaur illustrated into the picture (and most are not the common dinosaurs too). So this book is not only a humorous read, but it is an educational one in that it would lead into great discussion on the most favorable behavior when sick and what each of these illustrated dinosaurs are called.

[DivaDiane SM · Rating 4 out of 5]

My son loves this series for the dinosaurs. He thinks the ridiculousness of the dinosaurs' antics is pretty funny. That said, this was not one of his favorites. We first read it when he wasn't sick and then soon after when he was sick, he wanted to read it again. I think he might have thought it was unreasonable to say he shouldn't moan and groan if he's feeling unwell, even if it doesn't say that specifically. At any rate, it doesn't whollop you one with the didactics like some. Of the others in the series. I don't think it's as bad as some reviewers make it out to be, but it's not the best one of the series.

[Crystal · Rating 1 out of 5]

In general, I like this series. But this one rubbed me the wrong way. I guess because it seemed like it's telling kids that if you're sick you can't groan or complain. Maybe you shouldn't, but telling kids that seems mean. When you don't feel well, what else are you supposed to do? Plus, I don't like the message that doctors know everything.

*After reading other reviews I felt like I was being too mean to this book. I just didn't like it as well as the others in this series. The end. lol

[Amy · Rating 2 out of 5]

My nephew pulled this off the library shelf, which I thought was ironic since he spent two days in the hospital last week. Maybe it's because he is so fresh off of that horrible and scary experience, but neither he nor I liked this book. When you're a sick kid you don't need an etiquette lesson. I felt like this book was a whole lot of, "suck it up, baby," and I didn't like that message. The only reason I'm giving it two stars instead of one is because the kids liked the dinosaurs.

[Andrea · Rating 1 out of 5]

very disappointed in jane yolen and mark teague...not their usual great work

[Jamie · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not nearly as good as How Do Dinosaurs Say Goodnight?. Skip this one and just read it's predecessor.

[Dianna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not the best of the Dinosaurs series, but perfect for a sick child.

[Laura McLoughlin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Our first "How do Dinosaurs..." book. It was Kathryn's choice for her summer reading prize. Pretty cute book, may have to investigate some of the the other titles.

[Haaley · Rating 3 out of 5]

I like seeing all the different dinosaurs in their scenes. It's so creative.

[Kaitlyn (ktxx22) Walker · Rating 5 out of 5]

The goal is to own all these books. My boy had his 4 month shots today so I thought this book was a fitting read for my boy who wasn’t feeling super good.

[Nolan Brendel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked it because some of the dinosaurs listened to the doctor and then some of them didn’t.

[Melissa Alvarez · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a great attention grabber for going to the doctor or just love dinosaurs.

[Tori · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a girl who loved dinosaurs as a kid, this storybook really brought me back to that sense of wonder and awe! The book follows various dinosaurs as they teach children how to get well soon when sick and the steps that go along with that process. Despite the soft and pleasingly minimalistic art style, Mark Teague breathes life into each dinosaur, placing exquisite detail into the unique and distinctive features of each. The cover itself is filled with lots of personality, showing a rather sassy T-Rex as they refuse their doctor. I particularly loved the interior of the cover, though, which features the numerous dinosaurs of the book lounging around, their names are written just below them. In fact, on every page in the book, the author places the name of the featured dinosaur in subtle but still noticeable lettering. This book could be a fantastic way to educate children about basic dinosaur species. Instructors could also challenge students to find the name of each dinosaur on the page, serving as an engaging exercise in visual comprehension. Above all else, however, the book presents children with a reassuring message about sickness and recovery. It offers helpful advice to kids about listening to their parents, taking their medicine, and following doctors’ orders. By connecting this lesson to a subject that kids may very well be interested in, dinosaurs, “How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon?” encourages healthy and mindful habits in an effective way. Personally, I would suggest this book for early elementary school (K-3), due to the relatively minimalistic pictures and text, as well as its important lesson.

[Catherine Wuchner · Rating 4 out of 5]

The storybook, “How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon?” by Jane Yolen & Mark Teague, teaches children what they should and should not do when sick. This book is great for children who love dinosaurs. The book should help children to act better when they do go to the doctor and to behave better when they are not feeling well. The dinosaurs are being used as motivational figures for children so that they behave while going to the doctor and will do what they need to get better. The dinosaurs are brightly colored and act similar to how children do when they do not feel well. While, subtly showing the consequences of being a good patient or a bad patient. This will encourage children to try to be kind and do what they are told even when do not feel good. The story, “How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon?”, is similar to the story, “The Purple Jar” by Maria Edgeworth. The story, “The Purple Jar”, teaches children what they should and should not do when going to buy something. The similarity between the two stories is the aim to teach children what they should and should not do, while keeping the child entertained.

[Jamie Jessup · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book would have been so useful this past flu season! In my practicum we had three to four students out everyday because of the flu and more were getting sick each week. I think reading books that relate to what is happening in real life are very useful, and maybe reading this and teaching students how to act when they are sick might have helped some recover a little faster. I know a lot of younger kids do not love the doctor’s office, and I liked that this book showed it in a very positive way. Teaching students to go to the doctor when they are sick and listen to their advice can help them stay healthier, and makes it less likely for them to come to school when they have come down with something. I would definitely read this book right around flu season and also encourage students to wash their hands often, cover their mouth and nose when they sneeze, and try to stay away from others who are really sick. I would use this book in K-3rd grade classrooms.

[Logan Kicherer]

Personal response
I read this to my nephew he really liked. He wanted me to read it to him again and again. One of his favorite parts was when the dinosaur was spitting out the pills the doctor just gave him. He thought it was funny that the dinosaur was laying in a bed made for people.


Plot
This book was about some dinosaurs that were sick but they were refusing to take their medicine and do what the doctor told them to do.



Recommendations
I would recommend this book to all genders. This book would be good for a kid 3-7. I would recommend this book to that age of kids because it is a cartoon and silly book that would make them laugh.




Characterization
Several dinosaurs were sik and refusing to do what they were told. The styracosaurus had the flu but when the doctor came in to give him his medicine he wouldn't take it. Or the euoplocephalus was laying in bed because he had cold but he would not keep the covers on.

[Taylor Garrison · Rating 5 out of 5]

How Do Dinosuars Get Well Soon? Well you can find out in Jane Yolen's creative aspect on teaching kids how to stay healthier and get better more quickly when they do get sick. Yolen uses creativity to show young children the importance of staying well and taking the proper measures to getting well quicker when you do get sick. In this fiction text, Yolen uses several different types of dinosaurs to show how to and not to act when you are sick or at the doctor. Educators could use this book during prime flu season, or really any time of year, to show their students how to properly take care of themselves and keep them from getting sick.

[Kelsey · Rating 2 out of 5]

This series has great illustrations, but is very confusing for younger readers because it appears to create mixed messages. The first half of the books show and describe terrible behaviors and ask if the dinosaurs do those things (well to a kid, the answer seems obvious: yes! They are doing those things on the page right now!). Kids see these bad examples and get ideas for bad behaviors, and then all of a sudden the second half of the books say “no, dinosaurs don’t do those things, they do these things!” which is very confusing because we just saw them doing the bad behaviors, so it seems like they do do those bad behaviors.

[Taylor Finnell · Rating 4 out of 5]

How Do Dinosaurs Get Well Soon is such a cute picture storybook. Many kids are curious and have quite the interest in dinosaurs growing up, so I think they would be fond of this book having a dinosaur aspect. At the beginning of the book it questions what dinosaurs would do at a doctor's office. It then follows very sick dinosaurs to the doctors office, and shows them behaving like a good dinosaur would at the office. (view spoiler) I think this is a great book for kids who struggle with going to the doctor as well!