Dinosaurs were a diverse group of reptiles that first appeared during the Triassic Period and became the dominant terrestrial vertebrates, flourishing throughout the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods. Ancestrally bipedal, many of these were quadrupedal, and some were able to shift between these stances. For study and research purposes, the dinosaurs have been divided into avian (through which …
A must-have for dinosaur enthusiasts aged 7-11! ”A pleaser for fans of all things big, toothy and extinct”— Kirkus Reviews Journey back hundreds of millions of years to prehistoric Earth, where you will discover frozen ice-age landscapes, lush prehistoric rainforests, and vast ancient oceans! Prehistoric is full of bold illustrations that allow children to discover the fascinating creatu…
this book discusses all the exciting developments of the Triassic Age, from the recovery of the planet from the most deadly mass extinction ever, to the first appearance of the dinosaurs. We also get to meet the first mammals, the first pterosaurs (flying reptiles), the first frogs, a host of predatory marine reptiles, early turtles, and the first coral reefs. With the books' signature blend o…