Best of
Dinosaurs

2013

The Dinosaur that Pooped a Planet!


Tom Fletcher - 2013
    Danny and Dinosaur are back, and this time they are going to space!But when Danny realises he's forgotten Dino's lunch box, the very hungry dinosaur eats everything in sight, including their only way home: the rocket!How will Dino get them back home?There's poop, planets and pandemonium in this supersonic space adventure!

Pterosaurs: Natural History, Evolution, Anatomy


Mark P. Witton - 2013
    These flying reptiles, which include the pterodactyls, shared the world with the nonavian dinosaurs until their extinction 65 million years ago. Some pterosaurs, such as the giant azhdarchids, were the largest flying animals of all time, with wingspans exceeding thirty feet and standing heights comparable to modern giraffes. This richly illustrated book takes an unprecedented look at these astonishing creatures, presenting the latest findings on their anatomy, ecology, and extinction.Pterosaurs features some 200 stunning illustrations, including original paintings by Mark Witton and photos of rarely seen fossils. After decades of mystery, paleontologists have finally begun to understand how pterosaurs are related to other reptiles, how they functioned as living animals, and, despite dwarfing all other flying animals, how they managed to become airborne. Here you can explore the fossil evidence of pterosaur behavior and ecology, learn about the skeletal and soft-tissue anatomy of pterosaurs, and consider the newest theories about their cryptic origins. This one-of-a-kind book covers the discovery history, paleobiogeography, anatomy, and behaviors of more than 130 species of pterosaur, and also discusses their demise at the end of the Mesozoic.The most comprehensive book on pterosaurs ever publishedFeatures some 200 illustrations, including original paintings by the authorCovers every known species and major group of pterosaursDescribes pterosaur anatomy, ecology, behaviors, diversity, and moreEncourages further study with 500 references to primary pterosaur literature

Chronicles of Dinosauria: The History & Mystery of Dinosaurs and Man


Dave Woetzel - 2013
    Explore legends, mythical sightings, and intriguing mysteries from around the globe! A unique combination of visual illustrations and unforgettable accounts, the book is an amazing adventure that calls into question what we've been taught to believe and understand about the history of dinosaurs and man.

Dinosaurs with Jobs: A Coloring Book Celebrating Our Old-School Coworkers


Theo Nicole Lorenz - 2013
    This coloring book features 20 examples of the dinosaur driving instructors, dog groomers, astronauts, tech support specialists, and more whose work makes our world a better place.

I'm a Dirty Dinosaur


Janeen Brian - 2013
    Bright simple illustrations and rounded corners.Stomp, splash, slide, dive . . . .This little dinosaur just loves mud!

Scaly Spotted Feathered Frilled: How do we know what dinosaurs really looked like?


Catherine Thimmesh - 2013
    They left behind only their impressive bones. So how can scientists know what color dinosaurs were? Or if their flesh was scaly or feathered? Could that fierce T.rex have been born with spots? In a first for young readers, the Sibert medalist Catherine Thimmesh 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 with the past.

Dippy and the Crocuses


Ellie B. Morris - 2013
    A young dinosaur discovers something new and the way in which new things can be useful.

Walking with Dinosaurs Encyclopedia


Stephen Brusatte - 2013
    With full-color images from the film and photos of paleontologists at work, this encyclopedia is a must-have item for Walking with Dinosaurs fans.Walking with Dinosaurs, a six-part documentary on the BBC, is now the most watched cable documentary ever, as well as a long-running live stage show. The long-awaited 3D motion picture comes out this December, and is sure to thrill fans.

Meet The Spinosaurus: Fun Facts & Cool Pictures (Meet The Dinosaurs)


Julian Hawking - 2013
    This spinosaurus book is filled with cool pictures and interesting facts about these long gone creatures that once roamed the planet. If you want to learn about the spinosaurus, then this book - "Meet The Spinosaurus" - gives you the answers to questions, including: - When did the spinosaurus live? - What was the spinosaurus’s feeding habits like? - How did the spinosaurus move? - How good was the spinosaurus’s sense of smell and eyesight? ... and more! The spinosaurus was an amazing creature and has been studied for many years. So, if you want your child to know more than their teacher about the spinosaurus then you need to grab a copy of "Meet The Spinosaurus" right now. Combining fantastic images of the spinosaurus with interesting facts, this is a perfect children’s book about the mighty spinosaurus. This book uses language that is simple enough for children to read on their own or to read alongside a parent, guardian or teacher. This is one of those must have books for kids.

The Big Golden Book of Dinosaurs


Robert T. Bakker - 2013
    Bakker and award-winning paleoartist Luis V. Rey combine forces in this oversized picture book about the evolution of dinosaurs. From the conquest of land by dino ancestor Acanthostega during the Devonian Period, through the mass die-off of dinosaurs at the end of the Cretaceous Period, Bakker and Rey take readers on a safari through time while paying subtle homage to the 1960 Giant Golden Book Dinosaurs and Other Prehistoric Reptiles that inspired them both as young dinophiles. With stops along the way to look at monster bugs, ferocious fin-backs, fluffy dinosaurs, sea monsters and the 12-year-old girl who discovered them, dinosaur orchestras, tickling tyrannosaurs, and much, much more, this is a journey readers will never forget. It's a perfect gift for young dinosaur lovers—as well as adult fans of Dr. Bakker and Luis Rey!

Dinosaurs in the Supermarket!


Timothy Knapman - 2013
    

Stomp! Little Dinosaur


Jo Lodge - 2013
    This tiny T-Rex has a big appetite, but catching his lunch is not so easy. He may be young but he is learning the ways of the world. Much like the children reading this adorable book, he wobbles when he walks, his tummy rumbles when he's hungry, and he just may need a little help to get things done. Guaranteed to delight little ones!

Peppa Pig: Stomp and Roar!


Neville Baker - 2013
    At the park they follow some mysterious footprints, go down a giant dinosaur slide, and track down a huge dinosaur egg. At the end of the day Peppa and all her family and friends sing the "Dinosaur Stomp" song!An interactive story book with 5 sound buttons that bring the story to life. The perfect gift for toddlers.

Dinosaurs! A Kids Book about Dinosaurs - Dinosaur Pictures & Facts, Learn About T Rex,Prehistoric Animals & Ancient Dinosaurs Like Stegosaurus,Triceratops, Raptors and More!


Julie Pearson - 2013
    "Dinosaurs! A Kids Book about Dinosaurs - Dinosaur Pictures & Facts, Learn About T Rex,Prehistoric Animals & Ancient Dinosaurs Like Stegosaurus,Triceratops, Raptors and More! " is the latest book by children's author Julie Pearson.This book takes a close look at dinosaurs through vivid pictures and easy to read text and is sure to grab any child's attention.Designed for children aged 8years+, this book would also be great for younger children when an adult shares the reading.

Can You Tell a Giganotosaurus from a Spinosaurus?


Buffy Silverman - 2013
    It swipes its sharp claws and shows off its pointy teeth. Was that monster a Giganotosaurus? Or was it a Spinosaurus? These dinosaurs looked similar, but they were very different. Read this book to become an expert at telling these look-alikes apart!

Ultimate Dinosaurs


Douglas Palmer - 2013
    Travel along a conveyor belt to see a prehistoric timeline, piece together the parts of a missing dinosaur at an archaeological dig, or discover the secrets of the Stegosaurus by looking at a close-up of its skeleton. In Ultimate Dinosaurs readers will learn more about the beasts of the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous Eras — including what dinosaurs ate, how they defended themselves, and what might have made them extinct.

Winter Lights (Dinosaur Train)


Andrea Posner-Sanchez - 2013
    rex and his siblings get to see the amazing Aurora Borealis!

Not For Parents How to be a Dinosaur Hunter: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know


Lonely Planet - 2013
    This book will guide you to remote corners of the world and show you where and how to find dinosaur remains, ranging from bones and teeth to eggs and footprints. It will also take you far back into Earth's prehistoric past to find out when, where and how dinosaurs lived - and bring you face to face with some of the biggest, scariest and weirdest creatures that ever roamed our planet. Along the way, you'll pick up tips from some of the most famous dinosaur detectives of the past and present, visit many of the world's fi nest fossil collections and learn how to date your finds, transport them home and bring them back to life - well, almost!Dress for successIdentify a dinosaurSurvive a mass extinctionFind fossil-rich rocksDig up bonesSteer clear of predatorsWrap a fossilRebuild a skeletonAuthor: Lonely PlanetAbout Lonely Planet: Started in 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel guide publisher with guidebooks to every destination on the planet, as well as an award-winning website, a suite of mobile and digital travel products, and a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet's mission is to enable curious travellers to experience the world and to truly get to the heart of the places where they travel.TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice Awards 2012 and 2013 winner in Favorite Travel Guide category'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia) *#1 in the world market share - source: Nielsen Bookscan. Australia, UK and USA. March 2012-January 20130207To be a dinosaur hunter you have to be ready to journey through space and time. This book will guide you to remote corners of the world and show you where and how to find dinosaur remains, ranging from bones and teeth to eggs and footprints.0401http://media.lonelyplanet.com/onix-fe... Planet Kids0101GOODREPRUKLonely Planet Global Limitedhttp://www.lonelyplanet.comAU07201310... AE AF AL AM AO AQ AS AT AU AX AZ BA BD BE BF BG BH BI BJ BN BQ BT BV BW BY CC CD CF CG CH CI CK CM CN CV CW CX CY CZ DE DJ DK DZ EE EG EH ER ES ET FI FJ FM FO FR GA GB GE GG GH GI GM GN GQ GR GS GU GW HK HM HR HU ID IE IL IM IN IO IQ IR IS IT JE JO JP KE KG KH KI KM KP KR KW KZ LA LB LI LK LR LS LT LU LV LY MA MC MD ME MG MH MK ML MM MN MO MP MR MT MU MV MW MY MZ NA NC NE NF NG NL NO NP NR NU NZ OM PF PG PH PK PL PN PS PT PW QA RE RO RS RU RW SA SB SC SD SE SG SH SI SJ SK SL SM SN SO SS ST SX SY SZ TD TF TG TH TJ TK TL TM TN TO TR TV TW TZ UA UG UM UZ VA VN VU WF WS YE YT ZA ZM ZW0110.63in027.68in030.71in081.676lb01270mm02195mm0318mm08.76kgGRANTHAM BOOK SERVICESGB51120102Lonely PlanetTrade12.99GBPGBZ0202Lonely PlanetTrade12.99GBPGBZ

Dinosaurs: 101 Super Fun Facts And Amazing Pictures (Featuring The World's Top 16 Dinosaurs)


Janet Evans - 2013
    Children are given a well-rounded understanding of this fascinating creature: its anatomy, feeding habits and behavior. The following dinosaurs and pre-historic creatures are featured: Allosaurus Brachiosaurus Deinonychus Diplodocus Elasmosaurus Kentrosaurus Peteinosaurus Plateosaurus Pteranodon Stegosaurus Tylosaurus Tyrannosaurus Triceratops Velociraptor Spinosaurus Archaeopteryx The description in the large text is simple enough for early readers or for a parent to guide a child through. There is also a picture caption, which provides more information to talk about with your child. Alternatively, a child of any age (even the child in you) can just look at the images and appreciate its beauty. Do enjoy!

How Dinosaurs Really Work!


Alan Snow - 2013
    After all, their sharp teeth and monstrously large appetites would make easy work of anyone within jaw’s reach. But our fearless investigator remains undaunted. Alan Snow, known for his previous explorations into the lives of both Santa Claus and dogs, has turned his clever attention to these ancient reptiles. And thanks to his inside look at what makes dinosaurs tick, you’ll get the answers to all your prehistoric questions: What color were the dinosaurs? Where did they all go? And just how sharp were their teeth?

Magic School Bus: Dinosaur Rescue


Jenne Simon - 2013
    The Magic School Bus goes back in time to learn about dinosaurs!Perfect for young fans of the series, this sticker book includes dinosaur stats and facts, as well as an action-packed story about reuniting a baby Maiasaura dinosaur with it's mother.

Tyrannosaurid Paleobiology


J. Michael Parrish - 2013
    This volume, drawn from the symposium, includes studies of the tyrannosaurids Chingkankousaurus fragilis and “Sir William” and the generic status of Nanotyrannus; theropod teeth, pedal proportions, brain size, and craniocervical function; soft tissue reconstruction, including that of “Jane”; paleopathology and tyrannosaurid claws; dating the “Jane” site; and tyrannosaur feeding and hunting strategies. Tyrannosaurid Paleobiology highlights the far ranging and vital state of current tyrannosaurid dinosaur research and discovery.

Can You Tell a Tyrannosaurus from an Allosaurus?


Buffy Silverman - 2013
    It hunts with sharp teeth and claws. Its head is large, but its arms are tiny. Was that a Tyrannosaurus? Or was it an Allosaurus? These dinosaurs looked similar, but they were very different. Read this book to become an expert at telling these look-alikes apart!

A Dinosaur Alphabet: The ABCs of Prehistoric Beasts!


Michelle M. Hasselius - 2013
    Whimsical illustrations and melodic text create an irresistably Jurassic early-learning experience.