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Prehistoric Life
432 Reviews
(3)
K-3
Bringing readers up to speed on what scientists currently know about dinosaurs, Simon emphasizes how paleontologists work: building on past knowledge and revising theories based on new information. This book covers a lot of ground, and, as always, Simon makes the information accessible and engaging. A lively design includes plenty of illustrations of toothy prehistoric creatures and photos of fossils and scientists. Profiles of a few species conclude the book. A timeline, glossary, index, and reading suggestions add to the title's value.
Reviewer: Kitty Flynn
(2)
K-3
Illustrated by
Florencia Gigena.
The paleontologist authors take readers step-by-step through the process of unearthing, transporting, and assembling a titanosaur skeleton they discovered. Additional definitions and facts are found at the bottoms or sides of the pages. Gigena's art (which appears to be pencil and watercolor) skillfully conveys the immensity of the fossils. Small photographs of the authors and their team members at work are found throughout.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
March, 2019
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
The major ages, periods, and epochs of geologic time literally unfold across a continuous twenty-six-foot-long illustration. Print block-style images of the time periods' major geologic features and inhabitants are featured on each double-page spread, accompanied by a brief written description. The unfolded image very effectively conveys relative time and the explosion of life across the ages. The reverse side has a stripped-down timeline with major events delineated.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(3)
K-3
Dinosaur Days series.
In each volume, a photograph of a fossil in a museum introduces the featured dinosaur species. Facts about its discovery, when it lived, and its size and diet, follow. Numerous large illustrations of the dinosaurs in active poses and natural habitats stand out for their finely-rendered, realistic-looking details of each animal's anatomy and habitat. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(2)
K-3
Nolan beautifully pairs a clever rhyming text with luminous watercolors to express, for very young readers, the evolutionary link between several-million-year-old dinosaurs and modern-day birds. The poem's second half celebrates the varied bird species that evolved from their reptilian ancestors. Back matter includes a thumbnail index for featured dinosaurs and birds (including name, pronunciation, Latin translation, size, geographical location, time period), a illustration depicting four billion years of life on Earth, and a helpful description of the dinosaurs' evolution from reptiles to birds. Reading list, timeline.
Reviewer: Patrick Gall
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
November, 2019
(2)
YA
In mid-1800s America, a frenzy to acquire giant fossilized bones was primarily defined by two early paleontologists seemingly motivated more by selfish desires than altruistic efforts to set the natural history record straight. By providing alternate chapters for each man, Noyes reinforces their animosity by showing both sides, allowing readers to participate in the volley of their arguments. Deep green used in the page design suggests a primordial atmosphere. Reading list, websites. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Betty Carter
| Horn Book Magazine Issue:
September, 2019
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
(4)
K-3
Cody Koala: Dinosaurs series.
Basic facts about popular dinosaur species are presented in short chapters using leveled language. The focus is mainly on dinosaur physiology and behaviors as well as the work of paleontologists. The slight texts are accompanied by illustrations and photographs of fossil materials. QR codes throughout each book link to pointless activities and videos. Glos., ind. Review covers these Cody Koala: Dinosaurs titles: Brachiosaurus, Stegosaurus, Triceratops, Tyrannosaurus Rex, Allosaurus, Coelophysis, Diplodocus, and Velociraptor.
Reviewer: Danielle J. Ford
432 reviews