Ultimate Dinosaur Encyclopedia

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The Definitive Visual Guide

By Claudia Martin and Dougal Dixon and Clare Hibbert

Series: Arcturus Ultimate Encyclopedias

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From Triceratops to T. rex, this compendium of knowledge delves into the world of dinosaurs, pterosaurs and swimming reptiles. Ultimate Dinosaur Encyclopedia will teach children a wealth of information about habitats, evolution and ecosystems, as well as igniting a passion for the prehistoric world! Every page... Read More

Format: Paperback / softback

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Description

From Triceratops to T. rex, this compendium of knowledge delves into the world of dinosaurs, pterosaurs and swimming reptiles. Ultimate Dinosaur Encyclopedia will teach children a wealth of information about habitats, evolution and ecosystems, as well as igniting a passion for the prehistoric world!

Every page of Ultimate Dinosaur Encyclopedia is designed to maximise accessibility and engagement. Detailed fact boxes make it easy for readers to find information and make comparisons. The images throughout have been selected for their ability to intrigue and surprise, while the annotations draw attention to key features and provide an effective hook, making kids want to read on to learn more.

Written with flair and clarity, this book functions as both an invaluable reference guide and an engaging read. It will provide inspiration for school projects, and a speedy way to find important facts for homework assignments. An ideal gift for any child aged 8+.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781398866485

Publisher: Arcturus Publishing Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 August 2026

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arcturus

Illustration: Flexiback with printed edges

Contributors:

Illustrated by Mat Edwards

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 152.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 1098g

Pages: 512

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Clare Hibbert Claudia Martin Dougal Dixon Series: Arcturus Ultimate Encyclopedias

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Claudia Martin is a highly respected author of non-fiction for children and young adults, specialising in geography, science, and the natural world. Her books have been translated into 14 languages and have sold over a quarter of a million copies. She lives in London. Clare Hibbert specialises in non-fiction books for children of pre- and primary school age. She has been shortlisted for the prestigious Aventis Junior Science Prize, and won a dozen Practical Pre-School Gold Awards. Dougal Dixon has a degree in geology from The University of St Andrews and he has a special interest in fossils and evolution. He is now a full-time writer specializing in the earth sciences, with a reputation for putting over the concepts in a totally novel way.

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