Compare and contrast Jack and Annie’s approaches to the magical adventures in the Cretaceous Period. How do their different perspectives influence their actions and decisions throughout the story? How does this influence their feelings when they return home?

Dinosaurs Before Dark is told from Jack’s perspective. How does this influence the story and its depiction of the events and characters?

Choose three of the dinosaurs that Jack and Annie encounter. How does each dinosaur shape the characters’ development and the narrative? Consider how their interactions with the dinosaur contribute to their character growth and understanding of the adventure.