Dinosaurs across America by Phil Yeh. New York: Nantier Beall, 2007.

ISBN: 978-1-56163-509-2

Annotation: Patrick and his dinosaur pals learn state capitals and explore all 50 states in the process as they embark on a fantastic journey across America.

Age range: 5-6 grades

Media used by illustrator: pen and ink, color

Personal Rating: 4Q/4P

Curricular connections: suitable for a 5th grade geography class.

ateater/06-20-2009

Dinosaurs across America / Phil Yeh. New York:  NBM, c2007.

ISBN-13: 978-1-56163-509-2

For fans of dinosaurs and/or the graphic format, this book could entice readers into learning basic geographical and historical facts about the 50 U. S. states with the help of Patrick Rabbit and his time-traveling dinosaur friends. The detailed artwork, which includes a map for each state, provides the real draw in this American adventure.

Curricular Connection:  U. S. States/ Grade 5 History-Social Science CA HSS 5.9

Artwork:  Pen-and-ink cartoon artwork

Subject:  U. S. geography

Categories: 917; Graphic Novel

Age Level Recommendation: Upper Elementary

Rating:2Q/2P

AAS 5-3-08