Books with title The Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia

Explore the fascinating prehistoric world of the dinosaur with this fully illustrated guide to over 130 dinosaurs. Each description includes clear, up-to-date notes on where, how, and when the animal lived, a precise and colorful illustration, and a complete description of its size, diet, habits, and ecological significance. Also include as special features of this unique pocket reference are: An extensive time chart A list of museums and sites to visit around the world Projects and hints on how to further your interest in dinosaurs And a comprehensive glossary and index. Everything a dinosaur lover wants and needs, in a handy, take-along pocket size for home and school use!

Go back in time with First Dinosaur Encyclopedia.A delightful first reference book about dinosaurs for young paleontologists, this updated edition of First Dinosaur Encyclopedia takes readers on a journey to the prehistoric world of dinosaurs.Find out everything there is to know about T. rexes and triceratops, see different dinosaur habitats, learn amazing facts, and get close to modern-day fossils. Children can test their dinosaur knowledge with quizzes, including a "Where in the World" map quiz that places dinosaurs in the right locations.Packed full of engaging photography and easy-to-follow text, First Dinosaur Encyclopedia brings history to life.

The Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia is the most compact and comprehensive volume available for all the family. This portable encyclopedia uses a highly visual approach to a popular subject, with show-stopping artwork of dinosaurs in action. The book combines hard facts with interesting and intriguing feature spreads detailing dinosaur lifestyle, behavior, families, and habitat. From how life on earth began and how animals evolved to the catastrophic events that brought about the end of the dinosaurs, this book is a must for every dinosaur enthusiast. Timelines, a detailed glossary, and a comprehensive index help guide the reader through the book.

Go back in time with First Dinosaur Encyclopedia.A delightful first reference book about dinosaurs for young paleontologists, this updated edition of First Dinosaur Encyclopedia takes readers on a journey to the prehistoric world of dinosaurs.Find out everything there is to know about T. rexes and triceratops, see different dinosaur habitats, learn amazing facts, and get close to modern-day fossils. Children can test their dinosaur knowledge with quizzes, including a "Where in the World" map quiz that places dinosaurs in the right locations.Packed full of engaging photography and easy-to-follow text, First Dinosaur Encyclopedia brings history to life.

The Concise Geography Encyclopedia maps every corner of the world -- from the icy waters of Antarctica to the deserts of Africa, from the high mountains of the Americas to the snowfields and jungles of Asia. Each country is illustrated with a three-dimensional computer-generated map using the latest satellite data. Comprehensive information, including physical features, vegetation, highest mountains, coastlines, and cities, is featured, and expert text explains key facts and geographic influences that shaped each country. Basic information, such as area, population, flag, official language, currency, religion, and main exports, is given in fact panels at the beginning of each entry. An opening section, "The Physical Earth" provides an overview of all of the forces that have shaped the formation of the world over millions of years.

The Concise Dinosaur Encyclopedia is the most compact and comprehensive volume available for all the family. This portable encyclopedia uses a highly visual approach to a popular subject, with show-stopping artwork of dinosaurs in action. The book combines hard facts with interesting and intriguing feature spreads detailing dinosaur lifestyle, behavior, families, and habitat. From how life on earth began and how animals evolved to the catastrophic events that brought about the end of the dinosaurs, this book is a must for every dinosaur enthusiast. Timelines, a detailed glossary, and a comprehensive index help guide the reader through the book.

Guaranteed to stimulate interest and imagination on dinosaurs and how they evolved. Packed with fascinating information, bursting with pictures and digital images which bring these amazing creatures to life. Crammed full of facts on how they lived and died, how they survived, and breaking the myths and more on their extinction. Fabulous reference sections including a fossil timeline, the development of excavation techniques together with a full glossary and essential pronunciation guide. An ideal reference for anybody who wants to know more about dinosaurs and the prehistoric world.

Millions of years ago, long before there were any people, there were dinosaurs. Dinosaurs, one of several kinds of prehistoric reptiles, dominated the Earth for over 165 million years during the Mesozoic Era, but strangely went extinct 65 million years ago. Now, they are no more in reality but their existence is still felt in the museums, books and films. Children love to read about these creatures of long ago. And so, we have compiled the book about dinosaurs in a precise manner. Hope that children will find this book educational and interesting!

This portable guide to the living world and its inhabitants -- both flora and fauna -- is a must for school and home. It explores every major plant and animal group, richly illustrating the extraordinary range of living things that are found in every corner of the planet, from microscopic single-celled organisms to giant redwoods and blue whales. Species features are a perfect source of bite-size information on animals or plants of particular interest, such as the Arctic bumblebee, the welwitschia plant, and the vampire squid.