The Dino Who Saved Christmas

by Manda Mac, Kev Payne (Illustrator)

Oh, no! Santa Claws lost his Christmas spirit and canceled Christmas. Will there be presents to spread Christmas joy? Join The Dino Brothers on their adventure to the North Pole to help Santa Claws find his Christmas spirit. Will they find it in time to save Christmas?

38 pages, Hardcover

Published November 1, 2023

Reviews

[Gerri Ridings · Rating 5 out of 5]

My 2- and 3-year-old grandchildren loved this book. They sat through it (which they don't always do when I read to them) and then asked me to read it again.
The illustrations are colorful and cute. The story was simple enough for them to follow. The young Dino brothers learn that Santa Claws (he's the Dino Santa) might retire because he lost his Christmas Spirit. The brothers head to the North Pole to help Santa find it again. With their aid, Santa remembers that Christmas gifts serve as a reminder that Jesus is the greatest gift. With that realization his Christmas Spirit returns.
This is a great message for little ones and I will be sharing it with the children of the church I pastor as well as with my other grandchildren.
Please note: I was gifted with a copy of the book in exchange for this honest review.

[Connie Saunders · Rating 4 out of 5]

Santa Claws has lost his Christmas spirit, and some very cute dinosaurs are on a mission to help him find it again. Author Manda Mac shares a fun, entertaining story and the colorful illustrations by Key Payne are adorable attention grabbers but the real key to this book's appeal is the inspiring message found on its pages. Children are reminded that giving and getting gifts is great, but the true focus should always be on Jesus. He is the true reason for the season!

Little dinosaur lovers will love seeing the different dinosaurs rush to help Santa Claws but this book is an enjoyable read for all children! The Dino Who Saved Christmas is sure to become a holiday favorite for parents and children alike!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author, but a positive review was never required. These are my own thoughts.

[Dorothy · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a delightful children's book with the true meaning of Christmas at heart! Run and buy this book for your child or grandchild's stocking this year. Gift it to your child's teacher or school library! The sweet dinosaurs find a way to help Santa Claws find his lost Christmas spirit, once he's reminded of the true meaning!

I received the book as a gift, and will it share it with others, this is a honest review.

[Lorrin & · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a complimentary copy of this book and this is my honest review.

The Dino who Saved Christmas is an adorable story about some dinosaurs who set out to help Santa recover his Christmas Spirit. Along the way, they discover the true meaning of Christmas - Jesus. My 2 year old and 4 year old really enjoyed the story and the illustrations and it’s a great way to connect the true meaning of Christmas with more popular culture. And who doesn’t just LOVE dinosaurs!

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is wonderfully written and the beautiful illustrations will capture the attention of every child! The author combined the secular fun of Christmas with the real meaning of the season and what kid doesn’t like dinosaurs!? It was such a fun and refreshing take on the holiday season!

I received a complimentary copy of the book, but this review does accurately reflect my personal opinions!!

[Debbie Rutherford · Rating 5 out of 5]

The characters are on a mission to bring back the spirit of Christmas. While looking a many aspects of the Christmas season, they continue to work together to find the solution. This story is beautifully illustrated and brings us to the true meaning of Christmas. This is already a favorite of my 5 grandkids. I received a complimentary copy, and this is my honest review.

[Ingris Cuadra · Rating 5 out of 5]

My 5 year old read it and he loved it. He loved the illustrations and it kept him tuned in that he finished reading it quickly.

[Jo Love · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fun and Beautifully Illustrated

The Dino Who Saved Christmas
Written by Manda Mac
Illustrated by Kev Payne

I was very impressed with the quality of this book. The pages are thick and sturdy, so not easily torn by little hands.
Also, I was very taken by the colors, the characters, and the illustrations. They will definitely catch any childs interest as well as this adult!
Further, I found the story to be delightful, a great reminder of the reason Christmas is celebrated and well written in a simplified and fun format that younger children can understand and enjoy.
I truly loved this book and can't wait to share it with my grandchildren!

Please note that I was gifted a complimentary copy of this book and this is my honest review.