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Books in Smithsonian's Prehistoric Pals series

  • Tyrannosaurus Rex

    Gerry Bailey, Karen Carr

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 31, 2011)
    This book tells the story of the mighty Tyrannosaurus, which lived during the Cretaceous period between 140 and 65 million years ago. This ferocious dinosaur was one of the largest meat eaters, growing up to 40 feet (12 meters) in length. Its head was huge and full of long, sharp teeth.
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  • Triceratops

    Gerry Bailey, Karen Carr

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 31, 2011)
    This book tells the story of Triceratops, a dinosaur that was heavier than a present-day elephant with three large horns on its head and a neck frill. It looked fierce but it was actually just a plant eater. It used its horns to defend itself against predators. Triceratops lived in herds for protection.
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  • Stegosaurus

    Gerry Bailey, Karen Carr

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 31, 2011)
    This book tells the story of Stegosaurus, who lived during the Jurassic period between 155 and 145 million years ago. It had large bony plates, which it probably used for temperature control, soaking up the sun, or catching a cool breeze.
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  • Ankylosaurus Fights Back - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Laura Gates Galvin, Adrian Chesterman

    Paperback (Soundprints Corp Audio, March 1, 2007)
    At the Rivers edge, Ankylosaurus is so busy eating that he doesn't notice that a huge T-rex is watching him. When Ankylosaurus finally sees the dangerous predator, he runs for his life, but will need more than speed to survive. 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 Ankylosaurus 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: Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback: 8 1/2 x 11 inches
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  • Velociraptor

    Gerry Bailey, Karen Carr

    Library Binding (Crabtree Pub Co, Jan. 31, 2011)
    This book tells the story of the Velociraptor, a lightweight dinosaur who used its speed to catch prey. It was only three feet (one meter) tall, but was feared for its ferocious hunting ability. It used a sickle-shaped claw on the second toe of each foot as a deadly weapon and could reach speeds of up to 37 miles (60 kilometers) per hour when chasing prey.
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  • Is Apatosaurus Okay? - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Ben Nussbaum, Trevor Reaveley

    Paperback (Soundprints Corp Audio, Sept. 1, 2005)
    Apatosaurus lumbers toward the stream to eat. She is slow and tired. A pack of Ceratasaurus sense that Apatosaurus is not strong and slowly start to surround her. Will Apatosaurus be OK? 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:- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback: 8 1/2 x 11 inches
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  • It's Tyrannosaurus Rex!

    Dawn Bentley, Karen Carr

    Paperback (Soundprints, 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 adorable T-rex stuffed toy for hours of playtime fun! Other titles in the Prehistoric Pals Book & Toy series include "Mosasaurus", "Saber-Tooth Trap", and "Velociraptor".Book Features:- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Mini book dimensions: 4 3/8 x 5 9/16- 6 inch stuffed toy dinosaur
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  • Diplodocus

    Pam Adams

    Board book (Child's Play International, March 1, 2003)
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  • Stegosaurus

    Pam Adams

    Board book (Child's Play International, March 1, 2003)
    This title comes in sturdy, shaped board for small hands. It is an early information book and has some amazing facts about a stegosaurus.
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  • Prehistoric Pal Tyrannosaurus

    Pam Adams

    Board book (Child's Play International, March 1, 2003)
    This title comes in sturdy, shaped board for small hands. It is an early information book and has some amazing facts about a tyranosaurus.
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  • It's Tyrannosaurus Rex! - a Smithsonian Prehistoric Pals Book

    Dawn Bentley, Karen Carr

    Paperback (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:- Fantastic illustrations and accurate facts- 32 pages- Poster and pictorial glossary- Audiobook CD- Appropriate for ages 3-9- Paperback: 8 1/2 x 11 inches
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  • Triceratops

    Pam Adams

    Board book (Child's Play International, March 1, 2003)
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