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What to say to the child who asks about "dinosaurs"

I just began telling stories through the Bible (third time, thank you rotation).  Today we talked about the first 5 days of creation and my intention was to make next week's lesson all about Adam.  But one little boy raised his hand and asked, "What about the dinosaurs?" 

As a retired biology teacher, I can give a few answers, but most involve ideas that may be a challenge for elementary kids.  What I want them to do is to trust the Bible and God as the source of truth, without withdrawing from science and the intellectual world

I'm not sure that telling them to embrace mystery will be satisfying.  I promised an answer next Sunday.  Any suggestions?

Last edited by Neil MacQueen
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