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Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life offers young readers aged 9 and above a comprehensive journey through the history of life on Earth. Starting from the earliest plants and amphibians, it progresses through the arrival of reptiles and the detailed Age of Dinosaurs. The book features exciting, expert-verified text alongside detailed artwork, diagrams, and photographs to bring prehistoric creatures and early humans vividly to life. It also explains the fascinating evolution from dinosaurs to birds and covers the Age of Mammals, making it an ideal resource for school projects and homework.
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Description

Fledgling palaeontologists, aged 9 and above, will discover how life on Earth began and flourished, from early plants and the first amphibians to the arrival of reptiles and the Age of Dinosaurs. The Encyclopedia of Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Life provides an amazing insight into the universe of dinosaurs, prehistoric wildlife, and the first humans.

Exciting text, written and checked by experts. Detailed artwork, diagrams, and photos put facts into context, making it perfect for school work and projects.

Starting with the beginning of life on Earth, this book examines everything from early plants and the first amphibians to early reptiles and the first dinosaurs. The Age of Dinosaurs is explored in detail, covering many exciting discoveries of new species, as well as providing a comprehensive guide to better-known species such as T. rex. The fascinating progression from dinosaurs to birds is clearly explained, leading into the Age of Mammals.

A useful introduction to children's dinosaur books for kids doing school projects or homework.

Features:

Age: 9+
Detailed, concise information
Hundreds of illustrations and photographs
Four themed sections

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786173249

Publisher: Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 January 2017

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Miles Kelly Publishing Ltd

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 176.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 270g

Pages: 384

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