Briefly introduces various types of dinosaurs whose skeletons and reconstructions are seen in museums and explains how scientists uncover, preserve, and study fossilized dinosaur bones.
This story is part of the "Flying Foxes" series, which aims to introduce children aged five years plus to topics covered in the Key Stage 1 curriculum through lively stories. The titles tie in with topics that the children actually study.
With an updated text and brand-new, full-color illustrations, this book offers children an introduction to the various types of dinosaurs and then discusses how scientists work together to uncover and preserve fossilized bones.
Library Binding
(Turtleback Books, March 25, 2002)
FOR USE IN SCHOOLS AND LIBRARIES ONLY. Young readers can witness firsthand the excavating, jacketing, and hauling of fossil discoveries as they follow Cathy Forster to Madagascar, where she searches for evidence to unlock the mystery of bird evolution.
A non-fiction recount text for Year 3 children about fossil-hunting on the Isle of Wight, where many dinosaur remains have been found. The book can be used in conjunction with other Spotlight on Fact resources to support literacy hour sessions focussed on non-fiction recount texts.