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2023.
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English
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"This book is constructed like a field guide, except that it covers animals that are mostly extinct--the dinosaurs and ancient animals of the Big Bend region of Texas. It begins with a history of fossils discovered there, which include several significant finds, then describes what the area was like millions of years ago. There were three main ecosystems--the marine environment, the floodplains or riparian zone, and higher ground. The animals found...
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Pub. Date
2017.
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English
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"Ever wondered how to find a dinosaur? Paleontologist Dr. Scott Sampson, host of Dinosaur Train on PBS Kids, tells kids how! How do paleontologists find dinosaur bones? How do they know what dinosaurs ate or looked like? And what is paleontology, anyway? Dr. Scott tackles all these questions and more while inspiring kids to go out and make the next big dino discovery!"--
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Portuguese
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Mummies can't talk; but with modern scientific tools, we can still discover what a mummy has to tell us. Read the stories of mummified Egyptian pharaohs and priestesses, baby elephants, pampered pets, and even a prehistoric bison. Uncover clues to centuries-old murder mysteries and human sacrifices, and even find out what a person or animal had for their last meal! Information from real scientists explains how we know what we know about each mummy....
5) Fossils
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Giant dinosaur bones to rocky poop from millions of years ago can show us a lot about the animals and plants that used to live on Earth. But what do you know about fossils? Dig in to find out how fossils form, see what they look like up close, and learn what they teach us about life long ago. It's key Earth science curriculum made approachable for all!
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Are you ready to travel back in time and discover the amazing story of life on Earth? In this e-book, you will learn about the first living things that appeared on our planet, how they evolved and changed over billions of years, and how they gave rise to the diversity of life we see today. You will also learn how scientists use fossils to study the past, and how you can become a fossil hunter yourself!This e-book is divided into three main parts,...
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Pub. Date
[2020]
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English
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Meat eaters, plant eaters…stomp through a world of the scariest, largest creatures that walked prehistoric Earth. Learn how paleontologists--dinosaur detectives--uncover the important clues that have revealed what we know about these terrifying animals. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.
8) Shark Life
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English
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Shark Life is one of the brilliant books in the Shark Safari series, that kids will want to read again and again, its simply amazing.
Shark Life discovers prehistoric sharks that were a round hundreds of millions of years before dinosaurs. Check out the fearsome ocean giant, megalodon, now that's what you call a mega shark! Brilliantly illustrated in its prehistoric scene, you just might thank your lucky stars that megalodon is no longer around!...
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English
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Take a virtual tour of the National Museum of Natural History with this high-interest STEAM book! Along the way, learn about the challenges that museums face when designing fossil exhibits. You'll also learn how studying fossils helps scientists learn about prehistoric species such as dinosaurs and their habitats. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book will ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world...
10) Archelon
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about the Archelon. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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English
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You stare at the side of a rock wall near the ocean. Suddenly, you notice a spiral outline in the rock. You found an ammonite fossil! You are filled with awe as you think about how this shelled sea animal might have lived millions of years ago. Find out how fossils form, where they can be found, and about some of the most amazing fossil discoveries. Then learn how you can find fossils too!
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Español
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Meat eaters, plant eaters…stomp through a world of the scariest, largest creatures that walked prehistoric Earth. Learn how paleontologists--dinosaur detectives--uncover the important clues that have revealed what we know about these terrifying animals. Amazing photos and simple text make this book a great high-interest read.
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English
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"Winner of the PROSE Award in Earth Science, Association of American Publishers" Dale E. Greenwalt is Resident Research Associate at the Smithsonian Institution's National Museum of Natural History, where he curates the Kishenehn Formation fossil insect collection.
The revolution in science that is transforming our understanding of extinct life
We used to think of fossils as being composed of nothing but rock and minerals, all molecular traces...
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English
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Digging in the badlands of Montana, workers from the Burpee Museum of Natural History have spent weeks hunting for fossils. On their last day of prospecting they make a great find: the toe bone of a meat-eating dinosaur. Judith Williams takes us on this adventure, from the dig site to the creation and opening of the museum exhibit. The dinosaur named Jane is different from any found before and it's up to scientists at the museum to identify her. In...
17) Sea scorpions
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English
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"Engaging images accompany information about sea scorpions. The combination of high-interest subject matter and light text is intended for students in grades 2 through 7"--
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English
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When it comes to dinosaurs and other fascinating fossils, the U.S. has it all, from Tyrannosaurus rex and Triceratops to Stegosaurus and Brachiosaurus. Dinosaur Destinations, by Jon Kramer, Julie Martinez, and Vernon Morris, will help you find the best dinosaur sites near you and across the country. Visit a dinosaur dig site or a famous dinosaur track site, and even make your own cast of fossilized tracks! With details about the nation's best dinosaur-related...
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English
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Get ready to meet the Titanosaur - the biggest, heaviest creature to ever walk the Earth!
This book tells the story of the discovery of this new dinosaur from the mouths of the paleontologists who led the dig! From its discovery by a local herder, to the organization and completion of the excavation, this riveting story will have readers on the edge of their seats, and the beautifully painted illustrations will mesmerize. The final spread will open...
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"Allosaurs hunted with sharp teeth, and Steogosaurs developed bones like armor to stay safe from fierce predators. It's no wonder dinos ruled Earth back in the Jurassic period. But what about creatures flying high in the sky or the predators lurking under the waves? Many of those animals were not dinos. Become a paleontologist of the Jurassic as you explore colorful illustrations and fabulous fossil photos to take a trip back in time and discover...
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