The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue

Name: The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9780241442272
Price: 12.99 NZD
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By SJ King

Series: The Secret Explorers

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Summary

The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue by SJ King is an exciting children's adventure tale where the Secret Explorers, a team of young adventurers, travel back in time to the Jurassic era. Their mission involves rescuing a dinosaur in distress, with each team member using their unique skills and knowledge to face challenges and solve puzzles. The story combines thrilling escapades with educational insights about dinosaurs and the prehistoric world.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might enjoy this book if you love thrilling adventures, dinosaurs, and exploring the prehistoric world. It's perfect for young readers who are curious about science and history, and who delight in stories filled with teamwork and problem-solving skills.

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Description

Meet The Secret Explorers! Children will be inspired to discover the world with these brand new character-driven adventure stories for children. Travel back in time and discover facts you never knew about dinosaurs and prehistoric life in this fourth instalment of The Secret Explorers. This group of brilliant kids come together from all four corners of the globe to fix problems, solve mysteries and gather knowledge all over the planet - and beyond. Whenever their help is needed, a special sign will appear on a door. They step through to the Exploration Station, and receive their mission... In The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue, dinosaur expert Tamiko and geology expert Cheng travel back to the age of the dinosaurs in an effort to rescue a dinosaur egg from destruction. However, to save the egg, the Secret Explorers first have to use all their courage and skills to outsmart a fierce Allosaurus, rescue a baby Stegosaurus, and find a way to attract an Archaeopteryx. Tamiko and Cheng soon find that, to succeed, they need to come up with some unusual solutions...Packed with fun illustrations and facts about dinosaurs, fossils, and why modern birds are dinosaurs, this thrilling adventure is perfect for young readers. Also available as an audiobook, narrated by actor Alfred Enoch.

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Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The Secret Explorers and the Jurassic Rescue by SJ King is generally praised for its engaging narrative and educational content, making it a delightful read for young explorers. Reviews highlight the book's ability to combine adventure with interesting facts about dinosaurs, capturing the imaginations of children. The characters are described as endearing and relatable, and the story is often noted for encouraging curiosity and learning in an entertaining way.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780241442272

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 01 October 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK flip

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 11.0mm

Width: 136.0mm

Height: 199.0mm

Weight: 126g

Pages: 128

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