Books like Lulu and the brontosaurus by Judith Viorst
Lulu wishes for a brontosaurus as her birthday present, but her parents refuse to satisfy her request. Determined, she sets out on a playful adventure to find a dinosaur of her own. During her search, Lulu encounters a brontosaurus who enjoys animals but does not see herself as Lulu’s potential pet. The story explores childhood imagination, the desire for a unique gift, and the nature of friendship.
First publish date: 2010
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Judith Viorst
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