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As read by Eddie Redmayne on CBeebies' Christmas Day Bedtime Story, a witty and charmingly illustrated tale about a little girl who imagines what it would be like to have a dinosaur of her very own

About the Author

Gabby Dawnay is a writer and poet. She is a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine and a scriptwriter for children’s television. Alex Barrow, a London-based illustrator, is the art director for and a regular contributor to OKIDO magazine. Alex and Gabby are the duo behind children’s picture books If I had a dinosaur, A House for Mouse and A Song for Bear, all published by Thames & Hudson.

Reviews

'Perfect for pre-school paleontologists! … A joy to share any time of day' - Baby London

'A must-read for dino fans' - Angels & Urchins

'Truly celebrates the power of children’s imagination and their perennial fascination with dinosaurs through cheeky wit and rhyme' - Early Years Childcarer

'Gabby Dawnay’s rhyming text and Alex Barrow’s simple yet evocative illustrations combine beautifully … encourages active participation from children' - Book Trust

'A joy … Gabby Dawnay’s rhyming text scans perfectly, and is pleasingly complemented by Alex Barrow’s simple, impactful illustrations' - Teach Early Years

'A funny imagining of what it would be like to have your very own pet dinosaur' - Two in a Tepee

'Perfect for those little dinosaur lovers' - @laylasclub

'A beautiful book that is fun and vibrant. The story is easy to read and imaginative, with wonderful illustrations on every page' - @our.little.bookcase

'A brilliant, fun, rhyming book that every child I’ve shared with loves' - @books_that_inspire_young_minds