Extreme Dinosaurs
By Luis V. ReyRey combines art and science in this gorgeously illustrated book that starts off with the evolution of dinosaurs (and their relation to birds). He then takes us on a tour of the stunning variety of weird and intriguing dinosaurs discovered on the various continents. Hardcover, 62 pages. Reading level: ages 4 through 12.
National Geographic Dinosaurs
By Paul Barret, illustrated by Raul Martin
This
fascinating work catalogues more than 50 of the "terrible lizards." A "time bar"
running along the outside of the page indicates the period for each particular
dinosaur; a "Fact File" provides the animal's genus, classification, weight and
measurements; and a graph compares the dino's size to humans. Other sections
focus on the Mesozoic through the Cretaceous period, paleontology and dinosaur
behavior. Over 300 full-color photographs and 90 photorealistic illustrations. 192 pages.
Reading level,
ages 10 and up.
Dinosaurs in the Attic:
By Douglas J. Preston
A chronicle of the
expeditions, discoveries, and scientists behind the greatest natural history
collection every assembled. Written by former Natural History columnist
Douglas Preston, who worked at the American Museum of Natural History for seven
years, this is a celebration of the best-known and best-loved museum in the
United States.
The Scientific American Book of
Dinosaurs
Edited by Gregory S. Paul
Hardcover, 432 pages
Gregory S. Paul is
one of America's leading dinosaur paleontologists and also a gifted artist. For
his anatomical accuracy, he is considered among his peers to be the "definitive"
paleo-artist. Paul has worked on Disney's animated movie Dinosaur and was
a consultant on the motion picture Jurassic Park. His published work
includes dozens of scientific papers in magazines and journals, and the books
Beyond Humanity, The Complete Illustrated Guide to Dinosaur Skeletons, Predetory
Dinosaurs of the World, Dinosaurs of the Air: The Evolution and Loss of Flight
in the Mesozoic, and Dinosaurs and Birds. Paul's illustrations have
graced dozens of books, periodicals, and televised specials on the fabulous
beasts. His art has also been exhibited in the Smithsonian Institution's
traveling exhibit and has been displayed in ten natural history museums around
the world.
The Big Book of
Dinosaurs: A First Book
for Young Children
by
Angela Wilkes
An enticing collection of dinosaurs that is sure to excite any child. It is
packed with full-color, detailed illustrations that not only look like photos of
real dinosaurs, but also give young readers a solid sense of what dinosaur
fossils and skeletal systems look like. Hardcover, 32 pages. Ages 4-8.
Dinosaur
World (Great Big Flap Books)
by
Christopher Santoro
Here's a hands-on
introduction to dinosaurs that invites preschoolers through first graders to
lift and peek under more than 70 flaps! Vividly realistic panoramas bring the
extinct world of dinosaurs to life and show kids how and where dinosaurs lived,
what they ate, how they bred, and how they fought. With cutaway close-ups of
fascinating dinosaur features and intricate, diorama-like scenes, this is the
most dynamic and information-packed Great Big Flap Book ever! 12 pages,
board book.
Ultimate
Sticker Book: Dinosaur
Packed with facts and more than 50 reusable color stickers. The self-adhesive stickers are presented in categories with the name of each dinosaur and a short description. There are also seven pages of related dinosaur information with outlines for the appropriate stickers. After matching stickers to text, kids can use these dino stickers again for reports, art projects, or room decorations. Paperback, 8 pages. Ages 4-8.
Dinosaur Roar!
by
Paul Stickland,
Henrietta Stickland
First published in 1997 this book has risen to the status of preschool classic . "Dinosaur roar,/dinosaur squeak,/dinosaur fierce,/ dinosaur meek..." The rhyming text is geared toward fun and language learning rather than actual science, but they certainly whet the appetite of young dinosaur enthusiasts for more learning.
Dinosaur Board Books: Triceratops
Illustrated by Dave King
Hardcover, 12 pages
Toddler
Return to Lost City (Dinotopia, 12)
Paperback, 144 pages
Reading level ages 9-12
