Dinosaurs

Dinosaurs
Author: Dean Lomax
Publisher: Seven Dials
Total Pages: 128
Release: 2021-09-02
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 1841884952

'A warp-speed tour of dinosaurs, with an expert guide' PROF. STEVE BRUSATTE, bestselling author of The Rise and Fall of Dinosaurs 'A fun, speedy read for grown-ups who love dinosaurs - a great way to get into the subject' PROF. MICHAEL BENTON, author of The Dinosaurs Rediscovered --------- Travel back to the prehistoric world and discover the most fascinating parts of the lives of Earth's most awe-inspiring creatures - the dinosaurs. Dr Dean Lomax brings these prehistoric creatures to life in ten bite-sized essays, written for people short on time but not curiosity. Making big ideas simple, Dean takes readers on a journey to uncover what makes a dinosaur a dinosaur, what dinosaurs ate, how they evolved, what caused them to go extinct, and more! Perfect for anyone fascinated by the dinosaur exhibits at museums, palaeontology and fans of Jurassic Park. --------- 'An eminently accessible read...a perfect primer (or refresher) for dino fans and newbies, yet doesn't skimp on the fascinating details that make 21st-century palaeontology so vibrant' DR REBECCA WRAGG SYKES, author of Kindred

So You Think You Know About Triceratops?

So You Think You Know About Triceratops?
Author: Ben Garrod
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 108
Release: 2018-03-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1786697874

Biologist and TV scientist Professor Ben Garrod's fun, funny, informative and collectable series of books about dinosaurs is the most up-to-date on the market. This pocket-size series launches with Tyrannosaurus rex, Triceratops and Diplodocus, introduced by Steve Backshall, and is also available in audio download. The series continues with Velociraptor, Stegosaurus and Spinosaurus, introduced by Dr Jane Goodall. These are the most up-to-date dino books in 66 million years! Did you know that not all dinosaurs were green and scaly, some were ginger and feathered, or that they didn't all roar, they cooed like pigeons, or that the ultimate prehistoric predator was actually not a dinosaur? TV scientist, Ben Garrod, is proud to be a geek as he mixes hard science and humour to prove that science is for everyone. Looking at the evolutionary arms race, prey, predators, place, time, groups and species, Ben reveals new-look dinosaurs. Additional sections include: Ask an Expert, New Science and Fossil Finder as well as quizzes to test your dinosaur knowledge. Praise for Professor Ben Garrod: 'A celebration of everything that science is really about' NatSCA. 'A perfect primer for kids to learn more about the amazing "terrible lizards"' BBC Wildlife Magazine. 'He's the man! The genius is his knowledge; the genius is the man himself!' Chris Evans, Virgin Radio Breakfast Show. 'Shines a fresh, contemporary light on this ever-popular topic' The Bookseller. 'Collectable and eye-catching, with plenty of diagrams and illustrations' Books for Keeps.

Dinosaur Facts and Figures

Dinosaur Facts and Figures
Author: Rubén Molina-Pérez
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2019-06-25
Genre: Nature
ISBN: 0691180318

An illustrated record book of theropod facts and figures--from the biggest to the fastest to the smartest. This compendium features more than 3,000 records, covers some 750 theropod species, and includes a wealth of illustrations ranging from diagrams and technical drawings to full-color reconstructions of specimens.

Dinosaurs You Should Know

Dinosaurs You Should Know
Author: KidCaps
Publisher: BookCaps Study Guides
Total Pages: 293
Release: 2013-11-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1621073246

Movies have capitalized on dinosaurs for years; they've often put the wrong idea in people’s heads about what they looked like or even acted like. Dinosaurs that have been tower in height on screen, are often smaller (and sometimes larger) than what we have been led to believe; this book paints a picture of six of the most famous dinosaurs who have roamed the Earth. In this book, you'll learn all about what made this massive giant great--from what they looked like and ate to where they lived and what they did all day. The book covers the following dinosaurs: Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurus, Apatosaurus, Diplodocus, Velociraptor This is an anthology of six books; each book may also be purchased individually. Just search the dinosaurs name and “KidsCap.” KidCaps is an imprint of BookCaps; each month we are adding more history books (just for kids!) to our library. Stop by our website to learn more.

Dinosaurs Rock!

Dinosaurs Rock!
Author: Dougie Poynter
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Total Pages: 192
Release: 2022-02-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1529022746

Roars, claws and jaws – get your teeth into the ULTIMATE dino guide! Filled with tons of fun facts, hilarious jokes and incredible infographics. From Dougie Poynter, McFly bassist, dinosaur fanatic and co-author of the bestselling picture book series The Dinosaur that Pooped, comes this ultimate book of dinosaurs. Dinosaurs are AWESOME! Discover everything you ever wanted to know about these jaw-droppingly cool pre-historic legends in Dinosaurs Rock! – including facts that will blow your mind, dino profiles, dinosaurs in pop culture, dino jokes, historical bloopers and loads more.

Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs

Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 82
Release: 2014-02-03
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1465426884

The next edition in the Everything You Need to Know About series takes readers to the prehistoric era when creatures like Smilodons, Pterodactyls and the Megatooth Shark ruled the land, air, and sea. Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs includes images, games, size comparisons, timelines, a glossary, an index, and more that will satisfy the curious minds of dinosaur-crazed kids, and be a trusted source for parents wanting to introduce their young readers to the world of dinosaurs. From the earliest fossils to the death of the dinosaurs and everything in between. Everything You Need to Know about Dinosaurs will intrigue readers and provide an experience that will redefine natural history for kids. Supports the Common Core State Standards.

Everything You Need to Know About Dinosaurs

Everything You Need to Know About Dinosaurs
Author: Dougal Dixon
Publisher: Kingfisher
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2016-01-26
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 9780753473092

Readers' imaginations will be fired on every page with this wonderful single-volume dinosaur book. It is arranged into five chapters by time period, looking at amazing dinosaurs from all around the world that were alive during the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods. A range of informative and interactive features - including internet links - perfectly enhance and consolidate each reference section.

Everything You Know About Dinosaurs is Wrong!

Everything You Know About Dinosaurs is Wrong!
Author: Nick Crumpton
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2024-10
Genre: Dinosaurs
ISBN: 9781839941771

Do you know all there is to know about dinosaurs? They're mean, green and not very smart, right? Well, this book is here to show you that you're WRONG! But don't worry, even the experts can't be right all the time. So, let's uncover the truth. From fossilised feathers to long-necked lookalikes, this book is packed with so many amazing dinosaur discoveries, you'll soon become a palaeontology pro. Including jaw-dropping research that will debunk many myths about all kinds of prehistoric creatures, you'll never look at a pigeon the same way again.

100 Things You Should Know about Dinosaurs

100 Things You Should Know about Dinosaurs
Author: Steve Parker
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2002
Genre: Dinosaurs
ISBN: 9781590844489

Takes you on a tour of our ever-changing weather systems. This book looks at different weather patterns across the globe. It contains facts about scorching droughts, floods and monsoons, freezing blizzards and wild, whirling winds.

The Big Golden Book of Dinosaurs

The Big Golden Book of Dinosaurs
Author: Mary Elting
Publisher:
Total Pages: 64
Release: 1988
Genre: Dinosaurs
ISBN: 9780307155672

An introduction to the physical characteristics, habits, and natural environment of a variety of dinosaurs.