Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Life - DK Children's Anthologies

From Tyrannosaurus and saber-toothed cats, to ferns and woolly mammoths, every page will captivate young readers as they travel through the history of the Earth.

This collection of amazing dinosaurs, plants, and other prehistoric life will wow children and many adults, too. Showcasing more than 90 remarkable fossils, such as a fearsome Tyrannosaurus skull, delicate fern leaf, and perfectly preserved woolly mammoth, everyone will find something to be captivated by. Each plant or animal is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images.

The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding the organisms, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out why Pachycephalosaurus had such a thick head, how a coral fossil can be used to work out how long a prehistoric year was, and which fossil was thought to protect people from poison. This beautiful treasury lets you find the things that interest you and uncover new favorites along the way. Organized into the Palaeozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic eras, travel through time from the first life on Earth right up to our early human ancestors. With reference pages packed with information you'll go away knowing something you didn't before, and you'll return time and again.

An attractive gift for children who can't get enough of dinosaurs, Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life is perfect for kids to explore by themselves or for bedtime stories. Go on a time-travelling adventure and marvel at the plants and animals from the Earth's primeval past in this stunning book about dinosaurs and prehistoric life.

Über den Autor / die Autorin

Professor Anusuya Chinsamy-Turan

Zusammenfassung

Travel back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the earth with this awe-inspiring dinosaur book for curious kids aged 6-8.

The prehistoric word of dinosaurs is so much bigger than young minds can fathom and there is always more to learn. Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life is a stunning dinosaur encyclopedia for young readers to explore, with reference pages packed with fascinating information, little learners will be captivated as they travel through the history of the Earth. From Tyrannosaurus and sabre-toothed cats, to ferns and woolly mammoths, this collection of amazing dinosaurs, plants, and other prehistoric life will wow children and many adults too - providing something for everyone to love!

Showcasing more than 90 remarkable fossils, such as a fearsome Tyrannosaurus skull, delicate fern leaf, and perfectly preserved woolly mammoth, each plant or animal featured is shown both photographically and illustrated, and children will love poring over the detailed close-up images.The storybook descriptions let you discover the myths and legends surrounding the organisms, as well as key facts about their natural history. Find out why Pachycephalosaurus had such a thick head, how a coral fossil can be used to work out how long a prehistoric year was, and which fossil was thought to protect people from poison. The engaging storybook-style descriptions and simple text shed a light on the diverse world of dinosaurs, perfect for children aged 6-8 to love and explore for hours on end. 

Celebrate your child’s curiosity as they:

- Explore more than 90 species from the prehistoric world 
- Reveal pronunciations of each and every dinosaur featured throughout 
- Uncover stunning photographs of fossils and gorgeous illustrations of each creature 

This dinosaur encyclopedia for children is the perfect blend of storybook style text with out of this world illustrations which makes it a fantastic dinosaur book for children who are obsessed with the prehistoric world. Encourage young readers to go on a time-travelling adventure back in time to explore a world of information, making this the ideal first reference book for kids aged 6-8 to enjoy for hours on end, whether reading with the family or reading alone, this fun fact book also doubles up as the perfect gift for curious kids who love to learn.  

Explore the vastness of the prehistoric world whilst uncovering:

-Stunning Jacket Detail: gold foil, holographic foil & metallic gold edges
-Striking photography & illustrations inside
-A beautiful book for the whole family to treasure 
-A quality gift to be passed down through the generations

More in the Series

Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life is part of the beautiful and informative Anthology series. Complete the series and nurture your child's curiosity as they explore the natural world with The Wonders of Nature or let them walk soar into the galaxies above with Mysteries of the Universe.

Produktdetails

• Autoren: Anusuya Chinsamy-Turan, DK
• Verlag: Dorling Kindersley USA
• Sprache: Englisch
• Altersempfehlung: 7 bis 9 Jahre
• Produktform: Fester Einband
• Erschienen: 02.11.2021
• EAN: 9780744039436
• ISBN: 978-0-7440-3943-6
• Seiten: 224
• Abmessung: 225 mm x 285 mm x 28 mm
• Serie: DK Children's Anthologies
• Thema: Kinder- und Jugendbücher > Sachbücher / Sachbilderbücher > Tiere, Pflanzen, Natur, Umwelt