Pirasaurs!, written by Josh Funk, reviewed by Klaudia Janek

Student Reviewer: Marc B.
Summary: Pirasaurs! is a great book about dinosaurs who travel the open seas as pirates. They are out searching for gold and other treasures. There is a new little orange dinosaur who is hoping he can adjust. The ship's captain is a fierce T-Rex who “points her fabled sword.” The crew finds land but falls into a trap with another shipful of scallywags. The Pirasaurs realize that if they unite they might have an easier time finding the buried treasure. One that will bring them many riches and an opportunity to celebrate.

Straight Talk for Librarians: The rhymes in this book make it a perfect read-aloud. Young readers will fall in love with the little orange dinosaur as he tries to fit in with the other buccaneers. This little guy teaches kids to do their best and to be a part of the team. Fans of dinosaurs and pirates will instantly love this book. With dinosaur brawls and a treasure map, the book is a classic rush to find the treasure against other crews. The book's tone is fun but becomes thoughtful when two dinosaur crews learn that they have to work together teaching kids an important lesson about working together. It is the little dinosaur who suggests this idea which is why he is thanked by the other dinosaurs and they all learn the importance of teamwork. The bright colors and jungle island themes, as well as the great shapes of the dinosaurs, give the book a rough pirate feeling. The artistic dino puns are funny and would make any young reader laugh. A good addition to the school library.