Examine the pictures and note the absence of buildings, cars, people, and other things that we see today. Have all of the children stand inside the dinosaur or even in its tail. Discuss what might happen if such huge creatures lived today. Let children match and exchange dinosaur trading cards. Tape stories, such as Patrick's Dinosaur by Carol Carrick.
Children listen to the story and follow along with pictures.
Discuss the difference between real and imaginary dinosaurs. Let children draw their favorite dinosaur. Have children sort items or pictures of objects into the appropriate category.