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A prehistoric lizard must convince a hungry dimetrodon to play with its food! Comically illustrated by an animator on Disney’s 2019 The Lion King movie. The Permian Period was millions of year...
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  • 21 October 2014
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A prehistoric lizard must convince a hungry dimetrodon to play with its food! Comically illustrated by an animator on Disney’s 2019 film The Lion King .

The Permian Period was millions of years before the age of the dinosaurs...but it was still a eat-or-be-eaten world! When a small prehistoric lizard (a Coelurosauravus) finds itself on the menu, it must convince the predator (a Dimetrodon) to play with its food.

When the carnivore balks, the tiny reptile simply won't take no for an answer! A hilarious debate and chase ensue between this odd couple. This playful pair provides classic comedic slapstick with over-the-top pratfalls and witty wordplay. Enjoy this an uniquely entertaining "dinosaur" tale with a twist!

This humorous romp will resonate with children and their parents, who both know a contentious mealtime when they see it. Spirited banter will delight young readers. Dinosaur lovers can spy many different species hidden in the scenery.

Vivid and energetic artwork turns the survival of the fittest into the survival of the funniest. Teachers and librarians will enjoy repeated readings of this tall tale, illustrated with naturalistic verve by a veteran animator at Disney and DreamWorks.

“Play with your Food is a lighthearted prehistoric romp, brought to life with vibrant full color illustrations."
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Price: $15.95
Pages: 40
Publisher: Immedium
Imprint: Immedium
Publication Date: 21 October 2014
Trim Size: 10.00 X 9.50 in
ISBN: 9781597021029
Format: Hardcover
BISACs: JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures, Picture storybooks: Imagination & play, JUVENILE FICTION / Humorous Stories, JUVENILE FICTION / Imagination & Play, JUVENILE FICTION / Action & Adventure / General, JUVENILE FICTION / Animals / Reptiles & Amphibians, Dinosaurs & the prehistoric world: general interest, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Dinosaurs & prehistoric world, Children’s / Teenage fiction: Humorous stories
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"If you are looking for a new author to explore in the wake of Read Across America Day, look no further than the wild world of David Derrick...I have always been a big advocate of zoos and aquariums for putting people into direct contact with animals that they need to see, understand, and appreciate in order to protect. Derrick manages to accomplish that in stories that leap off the page. These are definitely worth exploring with your budding young adventurers." - Geek Mom, wired.com
David G. Derrick, Jr.: David Derrick is the author of Sid the Squid and the Search for the Perfect Job and Animals Don’t, So I Won’t! A story artist at DreamWorks Feature Animation, David has contributed to the films Rise of the Guardians, How to Train Your Dragon, and Megamind. A sculptor of wildlife in bronze, he studied fine art at the University of Utah and animation at California Institute of the Arts. See more at www.davederrick.com.