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1) Triceratops
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
In 1888, scientists searching for dinosaur bones found an enormous head like none they had ever seen before. They named it Triceratops, meaning 'three-horned face.' As they discovered more bones, they learned more and more about this 'new' dinosaur. With this book, you too can go back in time millions of years to explore the world of Triceratops. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and...
3) Megalosaurus
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Language
English
Description
Provides a description of the megalosaurus, a dinosaur species that lived from about 185 million to 160 million years ago, discusses the history of megalosaurus discovery and study, and explains how scientists can tell the difference between the fossils of various dinosaurs.
4) Troodon
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides a description of the troodon, a dinosaur species that lived from about 73 million to 65 million years ago, discusses the history of troodon discovery and study, explains what scientists have learned from a nest of troodon eggs found in 1993, and speculates about the extinction of the dinosaur.
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.5 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides a description of the compsognathus, a dinosaur species that lived about 150 million years ago, discusses the history of compsognathus discovery and study, and speculates on what life was like for the compsognathus during the Jurassic period.
7) Plesiosaurs
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents information on the prehistoric creature, plesiosaurs, and describes its size and physical characteristics, where it lived, a list of its different species and what scientists believe their daily life was like.
8) Trilobites
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Provides a description of an extinct class of marine animals known as trilobites, discusses their physical characteristics, and explains what scientists believe about the daily lives of trilobites.
9) Glyptodonts
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Describes the physical characteristics, movements, diet, defenses, life cycle, and modern relatives of the prehistoric glyptodont, a large land mammal with a hard shell and armored tail.
10) Pterosaurs
Author
Publisher
Child's World
Pub. Date
c2005
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.1 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Presents a variety of information about the pterosaur, the history of its discovery, and the mysteries of its ancient world.
11) Troodon
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Troodon's name comes from words meaning 'wounding teeth,' which seems very appropriate for this mighty dinosaur! Follow scientists as they uncover how Troodon spent its time on earth so many millions of years ago.|Author/Illustrator biography|Glossary of key words|Index|Informative sidebars|Sources for further research|Suggested websites|Table of contents|The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing...
12) Trilobites
Author
Accelerated Reader
IL: MG - BL: 5.3 - AR Pts: 1
Language
English
Description
Among the earliest animals to live in Earth's oceans, trilobites survived for 300 million years! Young readers will learn about this diverse group of prehistoric arthropods who roamed the sea nearly twice as long as dinosaurs dominated the land. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is...
13) Iguanodon
Author
Language
English
Description
Life was often difficult for the Iguanodon. It couldn't fight larger dinosaurs with sharp teeth or pointy spikes. Even thunderstorms could pose a danger. Learn how Iguanodon survived on Earth for nearly twenty million years and why its fossils have been discovered all over the planet. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about...
14) Ankylosaurus
Author
Language
English
Description
Imagine walking down the street and running into an Ankylosaurus. Its heavy, plated body and thick spines would surprise anybody! But despite its size and armor, this 'stiff lizard' could move pretty quickly when it needed to. Discover how Ankylosaurus continues to surprise scientists--and unsuspecting readers--to this day. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric...
15) Allosaurus
Author
Language
English
Description
Long ago, a once-mighty Allosaurus stalked the land searching for helpless prey for dinner, too sick to battle stronger dinosaurs. Millions of years later, scientists discovered the bones of this 'different lizard' in Wyoming and named him Big Al. Read how Big Al helped them learn more about Allosaurus and its days on Earth. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric...
16) Glyptodonts
Author
Language
English
Description
What prehistoric animal was the size of a small car and had a thick shell that covered its back, neck, and sides? Glyptodonts provides an introduction to these unusual creatures that were the ancient relatives of modern-day anteaters and armadillos. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about the incredible creatures of the...
17) Diplodocus
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Language
English
Description
The massive Diplodocus was one of the largest creatures around when it walked the Earth. When paleontologists discovered its fossilized bones sixty-five million years later, Diplodocus captured the imaginations of some of the richest and most powerful men of the time. Find out why this 'double-beamed' dinosaur continues to fascinate scientists and readers alike to this day. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone...
18) Archaeopteryx
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Language
English
Description
The earliest known bird, Archaeopteryx first appeared about 150 million years ago. Kids will be introduced to a creature that was no larger than a crow, but that proved remarkably important to scientists searching for answers about the ancient relatives of modern-day birds. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about the incredible...
19) Pelycosaurs
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Language
English
Description
Pelycosaurs were lizard-like creatures that inhabited Earth long before dinosaurs first appeared. From sail-backed Dimetrodon to tiny Archaeothyris, pelycosaurs shared characteristics of both mammals and reptiles. Learn about the prehistoric animals that preceded dinosaurs by several million years. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history....
20) Plesiosaurs
Author
Language
English
Description
Sharp teeth and excellent hunting and swimming skills made plesiosaurs dangerous additions to prehistoric oceans. Young readers will get a glimpse of what life was like for these fierce predators as they scoured the waves in search of their next meal. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about the incredible creatures of the...
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