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Presents facts about the prehistoric world in which dinosaurs lived, the types of dinosaurs that lived in different time periods, and how dinosaur bones were discovered and studied.

Sparkling diamonds, oozing lava, giant crystals, and dinosaur bones? How could these strange and special substances have anything in common? Find out when you examine the world of geology in the Rock On! series. -Taken from the back cover.

"This book introduces readers to fossils"-- Provided by publisher.

Discusses the work of paleontologists who have found dinosaur bones and fossils in Canada, Argentina, and the Gobi Desert.

Starting with little more than bones and rock, scientists have pieced together an amazing array of details about the lives of dinosaurs. The Science of Dinosaursdigs into the science behind some of prehistory's biggest, deadliest, and most fascinating creatures. Easy-to-read text and vivid images bring this subject to life. Features include a table of contents, fast facts, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards...

Provides an introduction to fossils, discussing how they are formed, where they are found, and how paleontologists study and analyze them.

Introduces the incredible talents of the paleoartist, whose work reanimates gone-but-never-forgotten dinosaurs in giant full-color paintings that are as strikingly beautiful as they aim to be scientifically accurate, down to the smallest detail. Follow a paleoartist through the scientific process of ascertaining the appearance of various dinosaurs from millions of years ago to learn how science, art, and imagination combine to bring us face-to-face...

"Teeth, tails, and scales--oh my! Newly independent readers will be transported back to a time when bugs were big and monsters ruled the deep. Each page of this dazzling Level 2 reader is packed with jaw-dropping facts on the fiercest predators of the ancient oceans. Learn about Megalodon, the largest shark ever to have lived; Jaekelopterus, a human-size scorpion; Helicoprion, a fish whose teeth were in the shape of a circular saw; and more! Level...

In this book, readers will learn all about giant sauropods- their features, their diet, and when they lived. Readers will also discover four different sauropods through simple text, full-color illustrations, and informational diagrams. This title includes a glossary and index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Provided by publisher.

"Set off on an amazing adventure into the prehistoric past when dinosaurs roamed the Earth. Fossils for Kids is filled with fascinating photographs and captivating facts that will teach junior fossil hunters ages 5 to 9 how fossils form, where they are found, and tips on how to identify them. Start by learning more about some of your favorite dinosaurs--from Velociraptor to Tyrannosaurus rex--and where you can see the coolest dinosaur skeletons. Then...