Tadpole Rex

by written and ill. by Kurt Cyrus

For the child who feels small but has a big heart, follow a tiny tadpole's prehistoric journey of growing up into a fierce bullfrog among the dinosaurs.

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About This Book

Reach for this book when your child feels overlooked because of their size or is impatient to finally be a big kid. It is the perfect choice for the small child who feels like they have a giant spirit trapped in a tiny body. The story follows a prehistoric tadpole who believes he is as fierce as a Tyrannosaurus Rex, even while he is just a speck in the swamp. As he undergoes metamorphosis, he learns that growing up takes time, but the transformation is worth the wait. Kurt Cyrus uses stunning scratchboard art to blend science with a tale of self-confidence and identity. It is an ideal read for ages 4 to 8, offering a unique bridge between high-interest dinosaur themes and the emotional reality of physical growth and development. Parents will appreciate how it validates a child's desire for independence while celebrating the natural process of change.

Growing Up Dinosaurs Self-Confidence & Identity Animals Curiosity & Wonder Becoming a Big Kid Nature & Outdoors Patience & Waiting

What Parents Should Know

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The tadpole must avoid being eaten by larger prehistoric creatures.

Sensitive Topics

The book deals with the predator-prey relationship of the prehistoric world in a secular, matter-of-fact way. The tadpole faces peril from larger creatures, but the resolution is hopeful and empowering. There are no heavy emotional traumas, only the natural tension of survival.