Who doesn't know a child who loves dinosaurs? How about video games?

"Be the Dinosaur," the latest exhibit at the Da Vinci Science Center, combines a child's love of dinosaurs and video games for a high-tech experience.

On exhibit through Jan. 19 at the Da Vinci Science Center, 3145 Hamilton Boulevard Bypass, Allentown, "Be the Dinosaur," features video game technology to allow children to control their very own digital dinosaurs.

Todd C. Cox, Director of Guest Experiences for Da Vinci Science Center and a fifth generation Lehigh Valley resident, describes the exhibit as "being all about 'What do dinosaurs do all day?'

"Inside the simulation pods, guests can operate a joystick to feed their dinosaur and explore the landscape. For kids raised on video games, it's a fun way to learn.

"They learn about the nutrition value of each food and how important water is. The simulation goes on for about five minutes and at the end it tells you how well you survived. The idea is for the guest to take that experience and with their curiosity piqued, move on to learn more through the other exhibit stations."

Two full-size dinosaur head replicas made from Triceratops and Tyrannosaurus Rex fossils are on display in the center of the exhibit room. The fossils were found at the Hill Creek Formation in North Dakota.

Designed for children in grades kindergarten through 8th grade, "Be the Dinosaur" also features the "Dino Dig Pit."

"Kids can play paleontologist with 'Dino Dig,'" says Cox. "The pit is about 10-inches-deep and the kids can use tools to dig up dinosaur fossil replicas."

Cox recommends allowing a full hour to tour the exhibit. "There's a lot to see and do," he says.

"Be the Dinosaur" is just one exhibit of many inside the Da Vinci Science Center. Two floors of interactive exhibits teach visitors of all ages about animals, energy, construction, weather and more.

"Come visit and check us out," says Cox. "Da Vinci Science Center is always a great time."