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Description
Dinosaurs is a nonfiction introduction to dinosaurs by Clark, Mary Lou, written at a 3.2 reading level for lower elementary students. The book explains what came before and after them, why they disappeared, and how we have learned about them. It presents brief profiles of several dinosaur species, their habitats, and the fossil evidence that helps scientists understand them.
Quick Summary
Packed with vivid snapshots of colossal creatures, this little book lets young readers step into a prehistoric world where towering dinosaurs still thunder in their imagination. Kids will be thrilled by quick facts about the T-Rex's puny arms, the thundering herds of long-necked giants, and the puzzling clue that a giant space rock may have ended the age of giants. If your child enjoys the playful curiosity of the "Magic School Bus" episodes, they'll love the fast-paced, fact-filled journey through the dinosaur era. Ideal for early readers in kindergarten through second grade (ages 5-7) who are just beginning to explore non-fiction.