From hilarious dinosaur butts to inspiring stories of fossil discoveries, there's something here for every young dinosaur enthusiast!
What is Dinosaur Day?
Celebrated every year on June 1, Dinosaur Day invites dinosaur lovers of all ages to travel back to the Mesozoic Era and learn about the incredible creatures that once roamed our planet.
Dinosaurs lived millions of years ago during the Mesozoic Era, often called the "Age of Reptiles." The word "dinosaur" means "terrible lizard" in Greek and was first coined by scientist Richard Owen in 1842. While dinosaurs disappeared about 64 million years ago, scientists believe many modern birds are actually descendants of these prehistoric giants!
Dinosaur Day is a wonderful opportunity to visit museums, dig into dinosaur facts, and enjoy some prehistoric-themed reading together.
Dino-Mite Books for Dinosaur Day
Written by Sam Harper, Illustrated by Chris Jevons
Ages 3-7
Roaring butt, soaring butt, chomping butt, stomping butt! If your kids love silly humor, they'll be giggling nonstop through this hilarious dinosaur adventure filled with boogies, butts, and belly laughs.
🦖 Dinosaur Day
Written by Diana Murray, Illustrated by Luke Flowers
Ages 4-8
Hooray! Hooray! It's Dino Day! From the bestselling creators of Unicorn Day comes a colorful celebration where dinosaurs of every shape and size join together for the ultimate prehistoric party.
🎨 Never Let a Dinosaur Scribble
Written by Diane Alber
Ages 4-7
What happens when you let a dinosaur get creative? This delightful story celebrates imagination, creativity, and the little artists in our lives while delivering plenty of laughs along the way.
🔬 Dinosaur Lady
Written by Linda Skeers, Illustrated by Marta Álvarez Miguéns
Ages 4-8
Introduce young readers to the remarkable story of Mary Anning, one of history's most important fossil hunters. This beautifully illustrated picture book highlights the importance of curiosity, science, and perseverance.
🔤 P is for Pterodactyl
Written by Raj Haldar and Chris Carpenter, Illustrated by Maria Beddia
Ages 4-8
English can be wonderfully weird! This clever alphabet book explores tricky words and silent letters, turning language learning into a laugh-out-loud adventure.
🪤 How to Catch a Dinosaur
Written by Adam Wallace, Illustrated by Andy Elkerton
Ages 4-10
Can you catch a dinosaur? Young readers will love joining this exciting adventure from the bestselling How to Catch series as they dream up creative ways to trap a prehistoric pal.
🐔 My Grandparents Were Dinosaurs
Written by Anne and Steve Brusatte, Illustrated by Enrico Lorenzi
Coming September 1 | Ages 4-8
Travel through time to discover the surprising connection between modern chickens and mighty T-Rexes in this fascinating and entertaining picture book.
🎤 What Rhymes with Pterodactyl?
Written by Raj Haldar
Coming October 6 | Ages 4-8
The creator of P is for Pterodactyl returns with another hilarious look at the English language, challenging readers to rhyme the seemingly unrhymable while encouraging creativity and wordplay.
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Dinosaur Day Adventures Around Atlanta
🦖 DinoVerse Atlanta
Highlights include:
- A 30-minute walking Virtual Reality experience that transports visitors to the Age of Dinosaurs
- A spectacular Dino Hall featuring more than 20 real fossils, including a giant Apatosaurus femur
- Two towering dinosaur skeletons on display
- Hands-on discovery stations where kids can explore dinosaur science
- An interactive coloring area where young paleontologists can bring dinosaurs to life
Located at the Exhibition Hub Atlanta Art Center in Doraville, DinoVerse offers approximately 60 minutes of dinosaur-themed fun for the whole family. Recommended for ages 6 and up.
🦕 Dinosaur Explore at Stone Mountain Park
Families can:
- Walk through a time machine portal into the age of dinosaurs
- Encounter favorites like T-Rex, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Brachiosaurus, and Allosaurus
- Visit interactive paleontology tents
- Enjoy fantastic dinosaur photo opportunities
- Feed dinosaurs at the dinosaur feeding wall
Dinosaur Explore is included with an Attractions Ticket or Mountain Membership, making it a great addition to a family day at Stone Mountain Park.
🦴 Dinosaur Summer at Fernbank Museum
From Memorial Day through Labor Day, visitors can enjoy:
- Dinosaur exhibits and special programming
- Giant prehistoric icons throughout the museum
- Educational events and hands-on activities
- Dinosaur-themed films and presentations
- Family-friendly programs designed to inspire young scientists
Plus, every Tuesday from June 2 through September 1, 2026, Fernbank celebrates T. rex Tuesdays with special discounted online admission tickets.
Whether your child dreams of digging for fossils, meeting a roaring T-Rex, or traveling through time in virtual reality, these Atlanta-area dinosaur attractions offer unforgettable adventures for dino lovers of all ages!
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