Plateosaurus, Velociraptor, Tyrannosaurus rex, and the lesser-known Thecodontosaurus all step out of the prehistoric world and onto the page in this awe-inspiring first reference book, bringing budding palaeontologists face to face with creatures from the dinosaur age. Fun facts fill every page – including which dinosaur grew tallest and who laid the largest egg – alongside “hands-on” activity boxes suggesting things children can try at home, and dinosaur-themed quiz questions with answers included. Clear, age-appropriate text paired with colour photographs makes for a genuinely all-round introduction, perfect for homework or simply for fun, as young dinosaur lovers get captivated by the incredible range of prehistoric beasts on display. They’ll unearth fossils and learn where dinosaurs came from, how they lived, and what eventually happened to them, in what’s set to become the ultimate encyclopedia every young fossil hunter will want to own. Staying right up to date with the ever-changing world of dinosaur science, and covering the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods, this refreshed edition features jaw-dropping photography, straightforward explanations, an updated design, and eight new pages of activities to reinforce learning – making it the ideal beginner’s reference for children aged 7-9 curious about all things dinosaur. It’s part of DK’s First Encyclopedia series of reference books for children covering a wide range of topics: look out too for First Space Encyclopedia, full of engaging photography for solar-system fans, and First Human Body Encyclopedia, packed with fantastic photography for kids keen to explore the body from head to toe.
ISBN 13: 9780241188767
Author: DK
