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Description
This book explores the dinosaurs that lived on what is now the Isle of Wight, an island off the coast of southern England. It examines the physical characteristics, fossil remains, and behaviors of dinosaurs like the Baryonyx. The book also looks at how these dinosaurs survived millions of years ago and what they have in common with animals today.
Quick Summary
Kids become dinosaur detectives, traveling back 130 million years to uncover the ancient giants that once roamed a mysterious island off England's coast. They'll meet the fearsome Baryonyx with its crocodile-like snout, discover how paleontologists dig up bones buried in chalky cliffs, and learn surprising links between dinosaurs and today's animals. If your kid loves the interactive digging fun of "National Geographic Little Kids First Big Book of Dinosaurs" or dreams of finding fossils, they'll be hooked on this prehistoric adventure. Perfect for ages 5 to 8 in kindergarten through third grade, especially kids who can't get enough of dinosaur facts and museum exhibits.