The Dinosaur and the Bird: A Tale of Prehistoric Friendship

A poignant, powerful picture book about an old triceratops who befriends a prehistoric bird during the last days of the dinosaurs, perfect for fans of The Land Before Time and Big Cat, Little Cat.

A lonely dinosaur had one wish: to care for another.

When she saves an injured bird, a friendship begins. Together, they feast, play, and roam a vast and vibrant land.

But when the bright flash of a meteor lights up the sky, the world around them begins to change.

So the dinosaur and the bird make a new wish: for life to continue. Because hope holds on with a friend by your side.

From award-winning author Richard Ho and rising star illustrator Jamie Green, comes a gorgeous and heartrending picture book about friendship, loss, and the beauty of an everlasting bond.

Author: Richard Ho
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Published: 05/19/2026
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.83lbs
Size: 9.22h x 9.22w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9781250834188