Masterfully crafted by Kari D. Allen, ‘If I Were A…Dinosaur’ gets the imaginations of Preschool-2nd Grade children running wild as a band of lovable dinosaurs showcase exactly what it takes to live in today’s world. While they revel in trips to the beach and games with the family pet, they still face the daily chores of brushing their teeth properly before bedtime and putting away their toys when they are finished with them. This book is just the first release in the ‘If I Were…’ series, which brings children and adults together to learn about life’s daily responsibilities.

Sunrise, FL -- (SBWire) -- 11/17/2014 --Everyone has “been there” during their childhood; having the fun of a day seemingly spoiled by Mom and Dad’s nagging requests for toys to be put away, plates to be cleared up and the worst command of all – bedtime! However, in a whimsical yet thought-provoking new series of children’s books by Florida author Kari D. Allen, these daily responsibilities and tasks are taught in a fun and enthralling new way to the point that they can now be fun! Yes…fun!

‘If I Were A…Dinosaur’ is the first in the ‘If I Were…’ series. Aimed at children from Preschool to 2nd Grade, each volume fuses an enchanting story with a life lesson or two that can be embraced rather than shunned.

Synopsis:

‘If I Were A...Dinosaur’ follows everyone's favorite fossils and discovers what a child might do if they were a dinosaur in today’s world. Like playing basketball, going to the beach and walking the family pet. While simultaneously showing even dinosaurs have to brush their teeth and put away their toys before they can play.

‘If I Were A…Dinosaur’ also inspires your child’s imagination and encourages them to share what they would do as a dinosaur. If I Were A...Dinosaur is the first in what will be a series of books to spark and encourage children’s imaginations with silly situations and vibrant colors.

“This is all about bringing children and their parents together to allow their imaginations to run wild, broaden their horizons and encourage a fun and easy dialogue. When my children were young I learned to ask the right questions in order to spark conversation and get more than a one word response. Instead of “how was your day” I learned to ask, “What was your favorite part of the day”? This guaranteed a more thought provoking response. This is also how the ‘If I Were…’ series is designed; to provide a platform to nurture a child’s imagination while encouraging a casual dialogue, explains the author. “It’s a unique fusion of silly fun and creativity that will ultimately prepare each child to become responsible and productive.”

Continuing, “As adults, we all know that the day-to-day chores of living can actually be fun – a far cry from how we perceived them when we were kids! This book, and following books in the series, illustrate that even dinosaurs, trucks and sharks have daily responsibilities and turn daily tasks into fun activities.”

Critics have praised the book. For example, reader Jillian comments, “My daughter loves this book because it is fun and all about dinosaurs. Love the rhymes and the cute dinosaur pictures.”

“If I Were A…Dinosaur” is available now: http://amzn.to/1ueYHgK

Check out the author’s first book, “A Not So Spooky Day”: http://amzn.to/1uVPWdx

For more information, visit Allen’s official website: http://www.karidallen.com

About Kari D. Allen
“Hello and welcome! I love writing children’s books! Writing children’s books and poems has been a passion of mine even before I had children. I can look at something mundane and my imagination will run wild with possibilities and unbelievable situations. I am still a kid at heart and in many other ways as well. I enjoy witty humor and I like to think I'm funny, but my family may disagree. Random thought: sometimes the only thing organized in my life is my pantry.... only sometimes.”

Once my children were born my creativity kicked into high gear and I started writing stories for them, too afraid to share the stories with a wide audience. However, I took that leap and love getting feedback and reviews on my books and stories.

I live in Florida with my husband, two daughters, two German Shepherds (Hippy and Rain), and one Betta Fish (Robert James Franklin Fish). I am a Research Administrator for a Medical School in Florida. I have been doing research administration for 30+ years and I love that as well. Did I mention I absolutely LOVE animals? Well I do; and dinosaurs, and dragons, and anything mystical and magical. I hope you join me on this positive, magical, imaginative and silly journey and enjoy my books.”