Extinct Files: My Science Project, The

Reach for this book when your child starts coming up with elaborate excuses or displays a budding interest in the scientific method mixed with a heavy dose of imagination. This cleverly formatted story follows Wally, a young student who presents a deadpan science report claiming that dinosaurs are actually still alive and living among us in clever disguises. It is the perfect choice for a child who loves to question the world or who finds standard school assignments a bit too restrictive for their creative spirit. Through a mix of dry humor and detailed illustrations, the book explores themes of curiosity, creative problem solving, and the playful boundary between fact and fiction. While it looks like a picture book, it is written in the style of a formal science project, making it ideal for children aged 5 to 9 who are beginning to learn about school reports. Parents will appreciate the way it encourages a 'detective' mindset and rewards a close eye for detail, all while validating the fun of a truly great tall tale.