Dinosaurs

by Neil Clark, James Field (Illustrator), Alex Pang (Illustrator)

Dinosaurs are a huge subject, all right, as hundreds of huge volumes will testify. But suppose you'd like a handy little reference book on these extinct reptiles--maybe one that you could stick in your backpack or even in your pocket? This small but sturdy book from Dorling Kindersley fits the bill, with tons of information on all things relating to dinosaurs and their world. An introduction provides an overview of types of dinosaurs, discoveries, museum displays, historic periods, and dinosaur anatomy. (The anatomy section is fascinating, with comparative discussions of dinosaur heads, necks, limbs, tails, and skin. There's even a cutaway model of the insides of a dinosaur.) Information on specific types of dinosaurs follows, illustrated with drawings, fossils, skeletons, and realistic models that look like actual photos of real dinosaurs. Also included are resource and pronunciation guides, a glossary, and a complete index. Younger children who are dazzled by dinosaurs can enjoy this with an adult's help, and those in fourth grade and up will eat up these facts by themselves. A book to delight all dinosaur devotees! (With adult help, ages 5 to 8; independently, ages 9 to adult) --Marcie Bovetz

Genres: Science, Dinosaurs, Nonfiction, Reference, Palaeontology

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Dino Lover · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting book. I like the view it gives, but it is not as good as some dinosaur books I have read

[Kathryn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nathan has been carrying this around for over two years.

[Sheila · Rating 5 out of 5]

I Looooooooooovvvvvvveeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee it

[Erikat · Rating 5 out of 5]

read it.

[Reighnie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Tons of info in such a small space.

[Sandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great color photos and lots of information found in this hand-size small book.