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    Brontosaurus Is Back!

    A Dinosaur's Name and Return to Fame

    Author Sarah Albee
    Illustrated by Chris Hsu
    Ebook
    Charlesbridge
    On sale Sep 29, 2026 | 40 Pages | 9781632892836
    Grades 1-4
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    A hilarious and fascinating look at Brontosaurus’s comeback—perfect for dino fans and curious kids learning how science evolves over time.

    A fun, fact-filled nonfiction picture book for ages 6 to 9 about a dinosaur’s disappearing act and return.

    This is fun, lively, kid-appeal-filled nonfiction and tells the story of brontosaurus—discovered, discontinued, and then reinstated again.

    Dino fans, come and get it! There's so much to learn in this interesting book about naming, sloppy science, dueling paleontologists, and more! Sarah Albee's signature humor and strong writing, coupled with Chris Hsu's kid-friendly and accurate art, bring history to life on the page.
    Sarah Albee View titles by Sarah Albee
    Born in Taipei, Taiwan and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Chris Hsu is an incessantly inquisitive man. After receiving a marketing degree from the University of Florida he attended the Savannah College of Art & Design where he finally discovered the rewarding science of painting and illustration, both of which he continues to pursue with great zeal. In addition to illustrating for editorial, narrative, and agency work, Chris also specializes in animation background art and is currently a background artist on the animated series Archer. The Boo-Boos That Changed the World is Chris's first picture book. View titles by Chris Hsu

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    A hilarious and fascinating look at Brontosaurus’s comeback—perfect for dino fans and curious kids learning how science evolves over time.

    A fun, fact-filled nonfiction picture book for ages 6 to 9 about a dinosaur’s disappearing act and return.

    This is fun, lively, kid-appeal-filled nonfiction and tells the story of brontosaurus—discovered, discontinued, and then reinstated again.

    Dino fans, come and get it! There's so much to learn in this interesting book about naming, sloppy science, dueling paleontologists, and more! Sarah Albee's signature humor and strong writing, coupled with Chris Hsu's kid-friendly and accurate art, bring history to life on the page.

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    Sarah Albee View titles by Sarah Albee
    Born in Taipei, Taiwan and raised in Jacksonville, Florida, Chris Hsu is an incessantly inquisitive man. After receiving a marketing degree from the University of Florida he attended the Savannah College of Art & Design where he finally discovered the rewarding science of painting and illustration, both of which he continues to pursue with great zeal. In addition to illustrating for editorial, narrative, and agency work, Chris also specializes in animation background art and is currently a background artist on the animated series Archer. The Boo-Boos That Changed the World is Chris's first picture book. View titles by Chris Hsu

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