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Nov 02, 2021
| ISBN 9780744039436
| 7 and up
Nov 02, 2021 | ISBN 9780744039436 | 7 and up
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.
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