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Discusses the various species of dinosaurs discovered in Texas and where their fossil remains can be seen. The coauthors are Jane D. Allen and Savannah Waring Walker.
Quick Summary
Dinosaur Days in Texas takes young readers on a guided tour through the Lone Star State's prehistoric past, exploring the various dinosaur species that once roamed the region and where their fossil remains can still be viewed today. The book covers specific topics like how paleontologists discover and excavate fossils, the different types of dinosaurs found in Texas such as the massive sauropods and fierce theropods, and the ancient environments that existed during the Cretaceous period. If your kid enjoys National Geographic Kids dinosaurs books or the Magic Tree House Fact Tracker series, they'll love this Texas-specific exploration of paleontology. This book is ideal for middle-grade readers in 4th through 6th grade who have an AR Level around 7.2 and want to learn real science about dinosaurs through a state-specific lens.