Books in Discoveries and Inventions series

It has been nearly 200 years since the first dinosaur remains were found in southern England, and in that time these fascinating creatures from long ago have lost none of their hold on our imagination. This book explores the history of dinosaurs and their time on earth. A detailed timeline traces the archaeological discoveries that inform todays study of prehistoric life, and clear, informative illustrations and diagrams explore different kinds of dinosaurs, their appearance and scale, habitats and intellect, and the fossils they left behind.

People in Asia Minor developed the first coin-based currency, but long before that humans would exchange precious objects for the things necessary for their daily life. Currency is a fact of human life, and this book explores its genesis, beginning with those early coins and precious objects and tracing their legacy to the banknotes and fraud-detecting devices of the twenty-first century. Photographs and illustrations explore the remarkable diversity and detail of contemporary currency, while engaging text explores money’s utility and places it within a social context.

Discover the fossils of a 7-million-year old dinosaur, explore the legacy of Leonardo Da Vinci’s flying machine, and crack a centuries-old code in this exciting series. Colorful photographs, illustrations and art reproductions compliment easy-to-understand text, while suggested games and activities encourage reluctant readers to engage with the topic. Fact boxes and timelines enhance reader understanding, and a list of related websites directs the curious student to additional information.