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Books > Children's & Educational > Leisure interests, hobbies & sport > Natural history & pets > Dinosaurs & the prehistoric world
T. rex, triceratops, pterosaurs, saber-toothed cats! This colorful reference book is jam-packed with 1,000 fascinating facts about what these prehistoric creatures looked like, how they lived, and the evidence they left behind. From dinosaurs like Stegosaurus and Giganotosaurus that ruled the land to the mammoths and giant sloths that followed them, discover all you have ever wanted to know about dinosaurs, fossils, and prehistoric life. Uncover amazing fossil facts about the first four-legged creatures; find out what it's like to be on a dinosaur dig; and marvel at some of the fiercest, most fascinating claws and teeth. Learn how dinosaurs and birds are connected, find out the biggest prehistoric mysteries that scientists are still trying to crack, and sink your teeth into some seriously supersize dino stats.
Roman Garcia Mora has worked for several scientific journals such as "PM Bilde Quo" and collaborates with various publishers and illustrated scientific publications, along with researchers from several Spanish institutions. Giuseppe Brilante is a journalist, currently responsible for the Italian editions of the "BBC Science" and "BBC History" magazines. He has written scientific and naturalistic articles and reports for several newspapers. He has often worked in the field of palaeontology and also collaborated on the book "Italian Dinosaurs." Anna Cessa has always been passionate about palaeontology. She specializes in scientific and naturalistic publishing, collaborates with "BBC History" and has many years of experience in teaching.
An EGG-tastic lift-the-flap adventure with our favourite four dinos. Read this brand new story based on the Gigantosaurus TV series and characters by Jonny Duddle. It's a beautiful spring day and Cretacia is bustling with busy dinos . . . apart from four dino friends who just CAN'T agree on what to do. That is, until Trey comes along, and sends them on a very special quest! Join Bill, Rocky, Tiny and Mazu on their race to find the hidden eggs in this Easter-themed adventure. With fun, sturdy flaps for little fingers to lift and extra hidden eggs to spot on every spread, this is the perfect gift for Gigantosaurus fans old and new. Watch the latest Gigantosaurus episodes now and read other books in the series like The Lost Egg, Finding Dinosia, Dinopedia, Santasaurus Surprise and The Scary Cave.
A book full of action-packed prehistoric scenes to colour and fascinating facts to discover. It includes simple step-by-step instructions for drawing each dinosaur or prehistoric creature. It contains colouring hints and tips, including advice on how to make different patterns and using different pens and crayons.
Perfect for young artists-in-training, Learn to Draw offers a comprehensive drawing experience that includes step-by-step lessons, as well as full-color photographs, fun facts, trivia, quizzes, and much more. Each drawing lesson begins with a basic shape, such as a square, a circle, or a triangle, and progresses to a finished colored piece of artwork, making it easy for children to follow along. Along the way, engaging text describes interesting facts about each animal. Children will love learning to draw exciting animals!
Dinosaurs A prehistoric touch-and-feel book
Let's play with our Triceratops friend! Learn all about the horned
dinosaur that roamed the marshes and forests of North America more than
65 million years ago. This story features a fun finger puppet toy built
into the board book encouraging interactive play, hand-eye
coordination, sensory and language development. Babies and toddlers
learn best when they are playing, especially when their grown-ups are
in on the fun! A perfect dinosaur introduction for littles packed with
fun dino facts.
Strange and wonderful prehistoric creatures that had once dominated the oceans and the sky are introduced to beginning readers in this straightforward, appealing book with dynamic illustrations. Full color.
A fabulous flap book with over 50 flaps to lift, offering a glimpse into the prehistoric world of the dinosaurs. Stunning illustrations show how dinosaurs lived, hunted and how they died out. Flaps reveal extra facts, information and surprises.
Where did life on Earth come from? Out of the blue!
Are you ready to do the dinosaur dance? This exciting novelty book is guaranteed to get little children moving. It features a different group of dancing dinosaurs on each page, with a lively tune for children to dance along to. The inviting text explains one very simple dance move to go with each tune, and then at the end they put them all together and do the whole dance while the dinosaurs stomp and roar.
Did you know that fossilised dinosaur poo can reveal all sorts of interesting information about a dinosaurs diet and eating habits? Explore the world of bones and fossils in Dinosaurs Bones and Fossils. Learn about their special features, how much they ate and when they lived... You'll find out all kinds of fascinating facts about these fierce and violent beasts. The Dinosaur Infosaurus series presents to you pre-historic beasts in all their terrifying glory, with realistic artwork alongside digestible chunks of information presented as infographics. Perfect for readers aged 7+.
Praise for 'Dinosaurs on My Street' by David West: 'The illustrations are center stage ...plenty of strong appeal for dinosaur buffs' School Library Journal. A series about the prehistoric giants. This series of six books is for dinosaur enthusiasts and novices alike. It covers dinosaurs living in the six periods that make up the Mesozoic Age, which spanned prehistoric time from 250 million years ago to 65 million years ago. Each book is an illustrated guide to 25 of the best-known dinosaurs of that period. Up-to-date information accompanies the highly detailed computer-generated artworks - big, colourful, lifelike, fill-the-page dinosaurs. The books open with an illustrated introductory spread that provides background information on the time period in which the 25 dinosaurs lived. The dinosaur spreads bear a brief introduction, information on when and where it lived, its size, and where fossil remains have been found. They also have a shadow icon of an adult human or child or animal (e.g. domestic cat), which indicates the size of the dinosaur. All dinosaur-loving readers will thrill at the giant and engaging dino artworks. These books are sure to be enjoyed over and over again.
Praise for 'Dinosaurs on My Street' by David West: 'The illustrations are center stage ...plenty of strong appeal for dinosaur buffs' School Library Journal. A series about the prehistoric giants. This series of six books is for dinosaur enthusiasts and novices alike. It covers dinosaurs living in the six periods that make up the Mesozoic Age, which spanned prehistoric time from 250 million years ago to 65 million years ago. Each book is an illustrated guide to 25 of the best-known dinosaurs of that period. Up-to-date information accompanies the highly detailed computer-generated artworks - big, colourful, lifelike, fill-the-page dinosaurs. The books open with an illustrated introductory spread that provides background information on the time period in which the 25 dinosaurs lived. The dinosaur spreads bear a brief introduction, information on when and where it lived, its size, and where fossil remains have been found. They also have a shadow icon of an adult human or child or animal (e.g. domestic cat), which indicates the size of the dinosaur. All dinosaur-loving readers will thrill at the giant and engaging dino artworks. These books are sure to be enjoyed over and over again.
Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins introduces By the Numbers infographic readers, chock full of incredible infographs and stunning, full color cut-paper illustrations. Dinosaurs will explore the world of these extinct giants, still living large in our imaginations today. Through infographics, illustrations, facts, and figures, readers will learn about the giants that roamed the earth millions of years ago, but that still captivate their imaginations: Dinosaurs. Discover some of the most fascinating aspects of dinosaurs through astonishing numbers: the varying sizes and shapes of dinosaurs, timelines of when they roamed the earth, charts comparing the fastest dinos with the speedy animals of today, maps of where these giant reptiles lived across the globe, and so much more. With his signature style, Steve Jenkins explores the most fascinating fields of natural science.
Praise for 'Dinosaurs on My Street' by David West: 'The illustrations are center stage ...plenty of strong appeal for dinosaur buffs' School Library Journal. A series about the prehistoric giants. This series of six books is for dinosaur enthusiasts and novices alike. It covers dinosaurs living in the six periods that make up the Mesozoic Age, which spanned prehistoric time from 250 million years ago to 65 million years ago. Each book is an illustrated guide to 25 of the best-known dinosaurs of that period. Up-to-date information accompanies the highly detailed computer-generated artworks - big, colourful, lifelike, fill-the-page dinosaurs. The books open with an illustrated introductory spread that provides background information on the time period in which the 25 dinosaurs lived. The dinosaur spreads bear a brief introduction, information on when and where it lived, its size, and where fossil remains have been found. They also have a shadow icon of an adult human or child or animal (e.g. domestic cat), which indicates the size of the dinosaur. All dinosaur-loving readers will thrill at the giant and engaging dino artworks. These books are sure to be enjoyed over and over again.
How does a dinosaur care for its kitty, you ask?
Matching games are a useful way for young children to develop visual recognition, memory and communication skills - while having fun. The sturdy box contains 4 boards, each with 9 different dinosaur pictures, and 36 picture cards to match to the boards. There is also a book with dinosaur facts, and instructions for playing the games at different levels depending on the age of the child.
Think you know about dinosaurs?
Join Baby Dinosaur on a fun farmyard adventure as he discovers the true meaning of friendship. DK invites you on a fun-filled journey with the lovable Baby Dinosaur, a thrill-seeking explorer with a heart of gold, as he sets out on a happy adventure with all of his farm-yard friends. When a game of hide-and-seek goes wrong for Baby Dinosaur, he finds himself wondering if it's any fun being a dinosaur after all! With the love and support of his farm-yard friends, Baby Dinosaur learns how to accept his differences and be proud of all the things that make him so special. A heart-warming story for kids to enjoy, Baby Dinosaur on the Farm features: -7 simple spreads within a chunky and easy-to-hold board book -Beautiful illustrations bringing all the key characters to life -Rhyming text and important vocabulary words to encourage early-learning -Heart-warming storylines with a strong underlying message Proving the perfect story book for early learners, Baby Dinosaur on the Farm gently encourages conversation about embracing differences, and teaches youngsters the importance of acceptance, kindness and friendship. Celebrate your child's curiosity, as this baby book focuses on teaching little ones all about diversity, celebrating our differences and lending a helping hand to friends in need. Perfect for parents and children to read together, whether as a bedtime story or a read-aloud with friends, Baby Dinosaur on the Farm is sure to delight. |
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