The Treasure of the Dinosaurs - (Little Captain Jack) by Alicia Acosta (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Little Captain Jack and his crew embark on a journey in search of the legendary dinosaur treasure. When they get to Dinosaur Island things start to get tricky. Jack gets snatched away by a pterodactyl and then ends up in the belly of a brachiosaurus! Things get really tricky when the pirates come across a very grumpy Tyranosaurus Rex Join Jack and his crew as they try to find the hidden treasure in this story full of adventure, bravery and kindness!"--

Book Synopsis

Sometimes, being so small allows you to help others and make new friends, even if they are as fierce and huge as a dinosaur. A story about dinosaurs, hidden treasure, one brave little pirate and an act of kindness!

Little Captain Jack and his crew embark on a journey in search of the legendary dinosaur treasure. When they get to Dinosaur Island things start to get tricky. Jack gets snatched away by a pterodactyl and then ends up in the belly of a brachiosaurus! Things get really tricky when the pirates come across a very grumpy Tyranosaurus Rex...
Join Jack and his crew as they try to find the hidden treasure in this story full of adventure, bravery and kindness!

Review Quotes

Being kind really pays off. Bright digital illustrations fill the pages with vivid color and amusing shapes, patterns, and details. This is a visual feast and young readers are fond of both pirates and dinosaurs. - Puget Sound Council for Reviewing Children's and Young Adult Literature.

The Treasure of the Dinosaurs is a silly and adventurous tale about how kindness pays dividends. - NetGalley-Librarian.

An action-filled adventure with pirates and dinosaurs, this colorful picture book is a great choice for all collections - School Library Journal.

About the Author

Alicia Acosta is a professional storyteller from Andalusia, Spain. Using her background as a psychologist, she works with children in schools to promote a love of reading. Her book, Little Captain Jack, was a finalist for the International Latino Book Award in the Best Children's Fiction Picture Book in English.

Mónica Carretero is a renowned illustrator in Spain. She has published more than seventy books in England, Australia, and the United States. She was awarded by the London Children's Book Fair for her illustrations and has received five International Latino Book Awards and one Living Now Award.