


Our library, in conjunction with two elementary schools, hosts a Winter Reading program. Sadly, Toby is already booked during our kick-off week this year and next.
WE HAVE ALREADY SCHEDULED HIM FOR 2026!
Patch Grove Medford Library, NY
IN 2026 Catch
The Comedy Chronicles of a
Time-Traveling Paleontologist
Digging up Dinosaurs
Join Professor Montague Tobias Wobblebottom in a fantastical romp through time where laughter and learning go hand in hand. Children will giggle and laugh at the jokes, magic and antics throughout this creative and original prehistoric adventure.
This is a celebration of imagination, exploration, and the wonders of the natural world. Perfect to inspire young readers to grow a love for reading, adventure, and a deep appreciation for the natural world and the magic of our incredible Earth.
This show emphasizes iREAD 2026: Plant a Seed, Read and Collaborative 2026: Unearth a Story
* Ride Earths timeline
* Participate in an archaeological dig
* See a Megalodon swim across the stage
* A Quetzalcoatl flies through the show
* Meet a living modern dinosaur








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Selected Favorite Program Wyoming Libraries
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Voted Preferred Program Nassau County Librarians
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Children's Choice Chicago KIDS
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Don't Miss This Family Event Award MetroFamily Magazine Oklahoma City 5
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5 Gold STARS FairFestivalInc.
Dinosaur activities for kids
https://www.weareteachers.com/dinosaur-activities/
https://handsonaswegrow.com/35-dinosaur-activities-kids/
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Book list for Dinosaur readers:
https://www.123homeschool4me.com/dinosaur-books-for-kids/
https://www.booksfortopics.com/booklists/topics/eyfs-topics/dinosaurs/
Book list for Archeologist readers:
https://www.cherrypicksreviews.com/childrens-archaeology-books
https://www.findthisbest.com/best-childrens-archaeology-books
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In the whimsical world of "A Metazoic Adventure," young readers are invited to embark on an extraordinary journey through time with the delightfully silly archaeologist, Professor Montague Tobias Wobblebottom. An expedition leader who is anything but ordinary.
Professor Toby has an ancient book showing a way to dig through the Earth's timeline! With his heart racing and his imagination soaring, he gathers his magical toolbox stuffed with quirky tools and sets off on an outrageous adventure. Armed with his contagious insatiable curiosity, he invites everyone to join him in unearthing humorous history.
The hilarious archaeologist takes the audience on an epic journey. Educational and entertaining, this expedition is a fantastical tale that sparks the imagination and encourages children to embrace their curiosity. The story is sprinkled with fun facts about dinosaurs and the Earth’s four-billion-year history. Thus, making it a delightful immersion for both kids and their parents.
Toby magically demonstrates earths timeline. There is a box of snakes, a box of rocks, and a real fossil is discovered for the library to keep. Things get a bit scary when a Megalodon smells fresh meat. And the excitement continues as the largest flying creature ever to grace the skies is uncovered. With its enormous wingspan, this ancient creature captivates the audience igniting a quest to learn.
"A Mesazoic Adventure" is not just a tale of time travel; it’s an invitation to embark on an unforgettable journey through the ages, where every adventure is a chance to learn, laugh, and grow.



