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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Natural history & pets > Dinosaurs & the prehistoric world
Rumble, rumble, dinosaur! Wake up dinos near and far Join the fun with a whole host of different dinosaurs throughout the course of one exciting day in the jungle ... from the friendly brontosaurus to swooping pterodactyls, the gigantic stegosaurus, and of course the FEARSOME T. Rex. Add to that a text to read aloud to the tune of 'Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star', and you have the perfect preschool combination! Jam-packed with dinos of every variety, this brilliant adventure provides endless fun for dinosaur fans both big and small. Little ones will love singing along to the tune of a favourite nursery rhyme, with bold, colourful illustrations by the instantly recognisable Nick Sharratt and text by the talented Katrina Charman.
The names of dinosaurs are some of the first impressively long words that children learn. From Apatosaurus to Tyrannosaurus rex to Zephyrosaurus, The A-Z of Dinosaurs presents 26 fun dinosaurs to learn the names of. Each dinosaur is illustrated with an outstanding colour artwork, while a short description outlines the animal's main characteristics. Also, there is a guide to the pronunciation of each animal's name. Whether huge or tiny, famous or lesser-known, ferocious or gentle, each featured dinosaur is explored over one page. The A-Z of Dinosaurs is informative fun about the most fantastic beasts ever to roam the Earth.
Evolutionary biologist and TV scientist, Professor Ben Garrod's fun, funny, informative and collectable eight-book series Ultimate Dinosaurs, includes T. rex, Diplodocus, Spinosaurus and Ankylosaurus. Covered in armoured plates and sharp spikes, weighing more than an elephant, and swinging a deadly tail club capable of smashing through bone, Ankylosaurus is one of the most famous and easily recognisable dinosaurs ever. But one we know very little about. Why have so few of their skeletons been found? Were they the only indestructible dinosaur? Could they really have used their tails to take down an attacking Tyrannosaurus rex? Pop a dinosaur in your pocket! Introductions from Chris Packham, Steve Backshall and Dr Jane Goodall. These are the most up-to-date dino books in 66 million years, also available in audio download! TV scientist, Professor Ben Garrod, is proud to be a geek as he mixes top level science and humour to prove that science is for everyone. Looking at the evolutionary arms race, prey, predators, place, time, groups and species, Ben reveals new-look dinosaurs. Additional sections include: Ask an Expert, New Science and Fossil Finder as well as quizzes to test your dinosaur knowledge. 'A celebration of everything that science is really about.' NatSCA 'A perfect primer for kids to learn more about the amazing "terrible lizards".' BBC Wildlife Magazine 'He's the man! The genius is his knowledge; the genius is the man himself!' Chris Evans, Virgin Radio Breakfast Show 'Shines a fresh, contemporary light on this ever-popular topic.' The Bookseller 'Collectable and eye-catching, with plenty of diagrams and illustrations.' Books for Keeps
There are 20 of the biggest, fiercest dinosaurs to build in this ROAR-some sticker book, with over ten pages of stickers of terrifying teeth, beady eyes and enormous tails. Children can recreate a triceratops, diplodocus, tyrannosaurus-rex and more. Includes statistics on when each dinosaur lived, what they ate and how big they were.
A daring dinosaur adventure and tale of purr-severance - with timid dinosaurs and fearless kittens! Sure to elicit giggles with every "RAWR!" of distress! - Kirkus Reviews Life on Dinosaur Island is BORING. So the dinosaurs are escaping to Kitten Island to play with their new kitty friends. But these kittens love to tumble and crash and launch things into the air - things like - uh-oh . . . DINOSAURS! Can these unlikely playmates find common ground before their playdate ends in cat-astrophe? The cheeky follow-up to Kittens on Dinosaurs, celebrating friendship, creativity and compromise. A deliciously funny story with a mischievous twist - perfect for fans of Jon Klassen and Peter Brown.
Be a dinosaur detective! Look at the fact files about swimming reptiles such as Placodus, Ichthyosaur and Plesiosaurus and find out what each one ate, what they weighed and where they lived.
A picture book edition of Us Two and other favourite A.A.Milne poems.
Everyone in Dinosaur Valley is ready for bed. But noisy neighbour Rory is keeping them awake with his super-loud snore. Can he learn to be considerate and maybe even put his snore to good use? Find out in this charming cautionary tale that's perfect for bedtime reading. Now in picture book format for the first time.
Step back in time to a lost world. This exciting series explores all there is to know about some of the most amazing dinosaurs to have walked the Earth. With easy to read text and informative diagrams, this series is ideal for younger readers.
Prepare for a hilarious adventure with the funniest dinosaur you've EVER seen! This book is NOT about a dinosaur! Well, not an any old dinosaur. THIS dinosaur can become the most amazing things - a footballer, pirate, deep-sea diver, knight, magician and even a hairdresser! Having a dinosaur for a friend is one BIG adventure.This fabulously funny story has stacks of appeal for both girls and boys. Look out for spooky houses, prehistoric creatures, silly fish, sparkling teeth and LOTS of fun and friendship. With wonderful wordplay and a sweet relationship at its heart, this is NOT a dinosaur book to be missed! Every Nosy Crow paperback picture book comes with a free "Stories Aloud" audio recording. Just scan the QR code and listen along!
For 150 million years, dinosaurs were the undisputed rulers of the Earth. Today, these great lizards still fire our imaginations. Dinosaurs describes the creatures who lived during the great Age of Reptiles, the real-life giants and monsters such as the Tyrannosaurus Rex and Stegosaurus who once dominated our planet. This stunningly illustrated and accessible reference work features the most impressive and formidable dinosaurs to have been discovered. The entries are arranged by chronological period, running from the Triassic period through to the late Cretaceous, and each entry is illustrated throughout with full-colour annotated artworks. Each of the dinosaur features also includes information boxes containing key facts and figures. The text, using the latest palaeontological research, outlines how the dinosaurs lived and died. Readers will discover the fantastic, extraordinary and outlandish types of dinosaurs that once roamed the Earth - making Dinosaurs essential reading, not only for dinosaur enthusiasts, but for anyone intrigued by nature at its most majestic.
The ultimate, comprehensive guide to reveal all the secrets about dinosaurs: everything you need to know about these giants of the past is here in your hands. With a very attractive style, these illustrations will let you submerge yourself in the fantastic world of dinosaurs, discovering, after a short introduction, the main categories (carnivores, herbivores, pterosaurs, aquatic dinosaurs...) and for each of them the most representative, the most common and the most curious. The book closes with a deep overview on extinction with causes and a clear timeline. For each beast, there is a short and clear description and a infographic with basic information, where they lived on the Planet, their size and weight and how long ago they lived on the Earth. The must-have title about dinosaurs: the ultimate guide you'll ever need to know everything about these amazing animals.
Travel across the world and back in time to meet the incredible creatures that once stalked our planet, including dinosaurs, flying reptiles and marine reptiles. Whether big, small, fast, slow, fearsome or friendly, you'll find it here. Divided into chapters focused on the seven continents and oceans, we explore the most exciting dinosaurs with each given their own page or spread that reveals and illustrates their most fascinating features. Find out about the T-Rex and Triceratops of North America, the giant sauropods of South America, the marine reptiles of Europe, the feathered, bird-like dinosaurs of Asia and more. Other topics covered include the history of dinosaur research: how these 'terrible lizards' were first identified in the early 19th century, the Bone Wars of the late 19th century when collectors battled to unearth the best remains, and how interpretations of what dinosaurs actually looked like have changed over the years, from slow-moving lizard like creatures to fast-moving feathered fiends. Stunning illustrations and photography combine with fascinating facts based on the latest research to provide kids with a comprehensive introduction to dinosaurs. It's going to be roarsome! About Lonely Planet Kids: Lonely Planet Kids - an imprint of the world's leading travel authority Lonely Planet - published its first book in 2011. Over the past 45 years, Lonely Planet has grown a dedicated global community of travelers, many of whom are now sharing a passion for exploration with their children. Lonely Planet Kids educates and encourages young readers at home and in school to learn about the world with engaging books on culture, sociology, geography, nature, history, space and more. We want to inspire the next generation of global citizens and help kids and their parents to approach life in a way that makes every day an adventure. Come explore!
There are 101 Dinosaurs in This Book is perfect for children 2 years+ who are discovering the world around them. Split flip-flap pages encourage spotting and finding skills as little ones match up each set of dinosaurs and prehistoric creatures with their natural habitat and learn their names. With five beautifully illustrated scenes from Chorkung plus added early learning activities, there is plenty to do and talk about. Discover more in the 101 series with There are 101 Animals in This Book, There are 101 Sea Creatures in This Book and There are 101 Things That Go in This Book.
It's time to explore lost prehistoric lands and the huge variety of dinosaurs that roamed them with Lonely Planet Kids' Dinosaur Atlas. Kids can unfold maps and lift the flaps to reveal amazing illustrations and facts about how dinosaurs lived and where they were discovered. They'll also learn about famous paleontologists and measure themselves against life-size bones, teeth and claws. From giant sauropods and horned dinosaurs, to duckbills and ferocious theropods, kids will discover how the dinosaurs evolved, what they looked like and how they hunted. Plus, we've included the latest finds and theories. Created in consultation with Dr David Button, a dinosaur expert at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, and featuring iconic illustrations by James Gilleard. About Lonely Planet Kids: Come explore! Let's start an adventure. Lonely Planet Kids excites and educates children about the amazing world around them. Combining astonishing facts, quirky humour and eye-catching imagery, we ignite their curiosity and encourage them to discover more about our planet. Every book draws on our huge team of global experts to help share our continual fascination with what makes the world such a diverse and magnificent place - inspiring children at home and in school.
Brush water over the black and white illustrations and watch the prehistoric scenes burst into colour! There are 16 scenes with velociraptors hunting for food, pterodactyls flying high in the sky, baby dinosaurs being born and much more. The back cover folds out so you can place it between the pages and prevent colours running onto the page beneath.
It's time to have a SPOOKTASTIC Halloween with another picture book in the Dear Dinosaur series, written by Chae Strathie and illustrated by Nicky O'Byrne. Join the mighty T. Rex and Max as they exchange letters ahead of one of the most exciting times of the year: HALLOWEEN! Get dressed, be spooky... and maybe a little goofy. The City Museum is throwing a Halloween-themed party and of course Max is invited. The only thing is T. REX HASN'T BEEN INVITED! And so T. Rex decides to throw his own party - and what a party it will be! This T.Rex-cellent tale of friendship is packed with letters and cards to read. Another fantastic addition to the bestselling Dear Dinosaur series, this time with a Halloween twist! This series is written as an exchange of letters between Max and T. Rex, making it the perfect book for little ones who love to be challenged in their reading. Illustrated by the fantastic Nicky O'Byrne, bestselling illustrator behind Open Very Carefully and Bad Cat! Other books available in this series: Dear Dinosaur Dear Dinosaur: T. Rex on Tour Dear Santasaur
Prepare your palaeontologist pack - we're going on a dino-trek to find out about the legendary Tyrannosaurus Rex. Notebooks and magnifying glasses at the ready - let's go digging!
Be a dinosaur detective! Look at the fact files about cretaceous dinosaurs such as Tyrannosaurus, Triceratops and Baryonyx and find out what each one ate, what they weighed and where they lived.
Be a dinosaur detective! Look at the fact files about flying reptiles such as Archaeopteryx, Eudimorphodon and Pterodactylus and find out what each one ate, what they weighed and where they lived.
This eye-catching book is full of dinosaurs and other things to spot, match, count and talk about. Animals in each scene offer readers specific fun challenges, such as asking them to find a dinosaur in sunglasses, and there is a row of pictures at the bottom of each page showing other things to spot and count, including a little white mouse in each picture. Children will enjoy the challenge whilst parents can be reassured that kids are practising essential skills.
Have you ever wondered what's under the ground? A fascinating world lies hidden there. In an exciting journey into the Earth, young children can lift flaps and peep into holes to find ants and bunnies, pipes and trains, fossils and even lava!
Step back in time to a lost world. This exciting series explores all there is to know about some of the most amazing dinosaurs to have walked the Earth. With easy to read text and informative diagrams, this series is ideal for younger readers. |
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