Prehistoric
Dinosaurs, Megalodons and Other Fascinating Creatures of the Deep Past
2019
First Published
3.58
Average Rating
48
Number of Pages
A must-have for dinosaur enthusiasts aged 7-11! ”A pleaser for fans of all things big, toothy and extinct”— Kirkus Reviews Journey back hundreds of millions of years to prehistoric Earth, where you will discover frozen ice-age landscapes, lush prehistoric rainforests, and vast ancient oceans! Prehistoric is full of bold illustrations that allow children to discover the fascinating creatures that used to roam the planet, including awe-inspiring dinosaurs, saber-toothed tigers, and giant insects. Developed in conjunction with the Smithsonian Institution, Prehistoric shines a light on our planet’s past-and points the way to its future. Clever infographics reveal the secrets of Earth’s geology and changing environments. The reader is encouraged to link ancient creatures and places to present-day Earth and issues, such as climate change and deforestation.
Avg Rating
3.58
Number of Ratings
24
5 STARS
17%
4 STARS
38%
3 STARS
33%
2 STARS
13%
1 STARS
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Author
Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld
Author · 65 books
Kathleen Weidner Zoehfeld is the award-winning author of more than sixty books for children, including DINOSAUR TRACKS, "a great choice for even the most discriminating dinophiles" (School Library Journal); DID DINOSAURS HAVE FEATHERS?, a Children's Book of the Month Club selection, described as "fascinating" by Kirkus Reviews; and DINOSAURS BIG AND SMALL, a 2003 Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Best Book Award winner. When she's not reading, researching, writing, or editing, Kathleen loves to spend her free time exploring, doing fieldwork, and preparing fossils for her local natural history museums.
