Brontorina
By James Howe
The Story
A dinosaur far too big for any studio dreams of becoming a ballerina, and sets off to chase that dream despite her size and the wrong shoes.
Why It's Special
For the kid who won't be told they're too small, too loud, or too anything to do the thing they love, Brontorina is a champion.
- Big idea: Wanting something badly enough matters more than fitting the mold everyone expects.
- Vibes: Warm, hopeful, and gently funny
Perfect For Kids Who
- love stories about big dreams
- enjoy dinosaur characters
- are working on believing in themselves despite setbacks
- respond well to determined, warm-hearted heroines
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story & problem-solving: What problems does Brontorina run into when she tries to become a ballerina?
- Feelings & empathy: How do you think Brontorina felt when people said she was too big?
- Real-life connection: Has anyone ever told you that you couldn't do something you really wanted to try?
- Imagination: If you were Brontorina's dance teacher, how would you help her?
