My First Big Book of Dinosaur Facts

by Ruth Owen (Author)

My First Big Book of Dinosaur Facts
Reading Level: 2nd − 3rd Grade

This big book of 96 info-packed pages introduces young readers to all the key science and facts about dinosaurs in a fun question and answer format. The book's wide-ranging Q&As include:

How did dinosaurs become fossils?

What happens at a dinosaur dig?

Who invented the word "dinosaur"?

Were dinosaurs striped and feathery?

Which dinosaur's bite was the most powerful?

Did dino poops become fossils?

What sounds did dinosaurs make?

Did dinosaurs build nests?

And what happened to the dinosaurs?

  • Perfect for early elementary earth science projects about fossils
  • Detailed diagrams show how fossils formed
  • Shows paleontologists and other scientists at work
  • Packed with photos and high-quality 3D digital illustrations
  • Close picture and text match with lots of labels
  • Carefully-leveled text for newly fluent readers
  • Key content vocabulary with helpful phonetic pronunciations
  • Includes a glossary and comprehension quiz

This high-interest topic is perfect for introducing students to non-fiction reading. And the fantastic imagery and quantity of information will have kids returning to the book again and again, making it a valuable resource for classrooms and libraries.

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$14.99

School Library Journal

PreS-Gr 3--Did dinosaur poop turn into fossils? Which dinosaurs had the most horns or the biggest teeth? What did dinosaurs sound like? These are some of the questions addressed in this engaging introduction to the perennially popular subject of dinosaurs. A question-and-answer format allows the dissemination of both general information and specific details likely to be of high interest to young readers, such as the discussion of fossilized feces. The writing and design are both incredibly accessible; an interested preschooler or a reluctant elementary student working on a project could both find material that is interesting and absorbing. Remarkably realistic digital illustrations of dinosaurs and their habitats are presented alongside photographs of fossils, modern plants and animals, and paleontologists at work. The juxtaposition draws clear connections between the prehistoric age and the remnants that survive today. Helpful asides and pronunciations appear in word bubbles spoken by a diverse group of children drawn in a cartoonish style. Two particularly effective sections explain the process by which fossils are formed and precisely how the asteroid led to the dinosaurs' extinction. A table of contents headed "What's Inside?" lists all the questions explored in the book, enabling selective reading. A glossary and comprehension quiz constitute the back matter. VERDICT This captivating and child-centered introduction to dinosaurs is a recommended first purchase.--Elizabeth Lovsin

Copyright 2022 School Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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Classification
Non-fiction
ISBN-13
9781788562478
Lexile Measure
620
Guided Reading Level
-
Publisher
Ruby Tuesday Books
Publication date
February 01, 2022
Series
My First Big Book of . . .
BISAC categories
JNF003050 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Animals | Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures
JNF037050 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature | Fossils
JNF021050 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Games & Activities | Questions & Answers
Library of Congress categories
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