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Books in Prehistoric Pals series

  • The Rise of Humans

    David West

    Hardcover (Smart Apple Media, Aug. 1, 2014)
    This dynamic series takes readers into the thrilling and frightening world of prehistoric Earth. This volume, focused on the early days of ancient humans, is filled with lush, vivid illustrations that portray the Earth and its inhabitants at this time, accompanied by a lively and informative narrative. Special features include timelines, labeled illustrations, and scaled illustrations that demonstrate comparative sizes.
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  • Prehistoric: The Lonely Marsh

    Katelyn Brooke Williams

    (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, April 26, 2017)
    Billions of years ago, a journey began... Amongst a family of Kaprosuchuses, Thatch was happy with his life in the swamp, exploring the deepest corners of the marsh alongside his siblings with the care of his mother to keep him safe from harm. But when an unexpected disaster splits the earth in two, Thatch finds himself lost, and alone in a world he doesn't fully understand yet, a world he must do anything to survive in.
  • It's Tyrannosaurus Rex! - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Dawn Bentley, Karen Carr

    Hardcover (Soundprint, Sept. 1, 2003)
    The stillness of the prehistoric forest is shattered by a loud pounding sound. What could it be? It's Tyrannosaurus rex, the fiercest predator in all the land, and she is hungry! What will Tyrannosaurus rex find to eat? Kids are bound to love this book with its detailed illustrations and storyline that has been reviewed by paleontologists at the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy. Included is an Audiobook CD and a tear-out poster for extended learning fun.Book Features:- Hardcover: Pull-out CD tray inside of cover- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover: 8 3/4 x 11 1/4 inches
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  • The Rise of Humans

    Professor of Latin David West

    Paperback (Smart Apple Media, Sept. 1, 2015)
    This dynamic series takes readers into the thrilling and frightening world of prehistoric Earth. This volume, focused on the early days of ancient humans, is filled with lush, vivid illustrations that portray the Earth and its inhabitants at this time, accompanied by a lively and informative narrative. Special features include timelines, labeled illustrations, and scaled illustrations that demonstrate comparative sizes.
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  • Pteranodon Soars - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Dawn Bentley, Karen Carr

    Hardcover (Soundprints Corp Audio, Oct. 1, 2004)
    Pteranodon flies above the ocean, swooping down to pick up fish to bring back to her babies. A dark shape lurks under the water, it's a Mosasaur! Will Pteranodon get away? Kids are bound to love this book with its detailed illustrations and storyline that has been reviewed by paleontologists at the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy. Included is an Audiobook CD and a tear-out poster for extended learning fun.Book Features:- Hardcover: Pull-out CD tray inside of cover- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover: 8 3/4 x 11 1/4 inches
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  • Dire Wolf

    Michael P. Goecke

    Library Binding (Buddy Books, Jan. 1, 2003)
    Introduces the physical characteristics, habitat, and behavior of the prehistoric relative of the modern-day gray wolf.
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  • Prehistoric Animals

    David West

    Paperback (Windmill Books, Jan. 15, 2016)
    During prehistoric times, amazing animals roamed the earth, flew in the sky, and swam in the seas. Readers are introduced to these incredible creatures through accessible text and eye-catching illustrations. In addition to the informative main text, fun facts about prehistoric animals are included on each page. Readers discover impressive animals from many different groups, including meat-eating dinosaurs, plated dinosaurs, and flying reptiles. This high-interest topic is presented in a way that’s sure to engage even reluctant readers. • Computer-generated illustrations show each animal in amazing detail• A timeline is included at the end of each book to help readers better understand the prehistoric time period• Each animal’s name is followed by a phonetic pronunciation guide, allowing young readers to break down complicated words into familiar sounds
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  • Saber-Tooth Trap - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Dawn Bentley, Trevor Reaveley

    Hardcover (Soundprints Corp Audio, April 1, 2005)
    Saber-Tooth Tiger and his pack approach a shallow lake. The waters look calm and inviting, but just under the surface is a very sticky tar-like substance. It's a trap; Will he be able to escape? Kids are bound to love this book with its detailed illustrations and storyline that has been reviewed by paleontologists at the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy. Included is an Audiobook CD and a tear-out poster for extended learning fun.Book Features:- Hardcover: Pull-out CD tray inside of cover- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover: 8 3/4 x 11 1/4 inches
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  • Ice Age Beasts

    Michael Jay

    Library Binding (Raintree, Dec. 22, 2003)
    Why was it so cold? How big were they? What were the ice ages? Find out answers to all of these questions in this exciting title. Young learners will love reading about the amazing, and often fierce, creatures that used to roam the earth, fly through the skies, and swim the ocieans. How these animals lived, what they ate, and the theories as to why they died out are all discussed.
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  • Wooly Mammoth in Trouble - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Dawn Bentley, Karen Carr

    Hardcover (Soundprints Corp Audio, Oct. 1, 2004)
    Wooly Mammoth is at home on the cold plains of Europe. As a storm comes and heavy snow falls, Wooly Mammoth realizes he is lost. A pack of saber-tooth tigers catches sight of Wooly Mammoth. Can he find his way out of trouble? Kids are bound to love this book with its detailed illustrations and storyline that has been reviewed by paleontologists at the Smithsonian Institution for accuracy. Watch your child join Stegosaurus on a prehistoric adventure in this thrilling story. Included is an Audiobook CD and a tear-out poster for extended learning fun.Book Features:- Hardcover: Pull-out CD tray inside of cover- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Hardcover: 8 3/4 x 11 1/4 inches
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  • Age of Dinosaurs

    Michael Jay

    Library Binding (Raintree, Dec. 22, 2003)
    When did dinosaurs live? Why did they die out? What was the biggest dinosaur? Travel back to prehistoric times and find out the answers to these and many other questions. Young learners will love reading about the amazing, and often fierce, creatures that used to roam the earth, fly through the skies, and swim the oceans. How these animals lived, what they ate, and the theories as to why they died out are all discussed.
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  • Plant-Eating Dinosaurs

    David B. Weishampel

    Library Binding (Franklin Watts, April 1, 1992)
    Examines the plant-eating dinosaurs and the characteristics which enabled them to survive on that diet
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