Rake, Matthew

"Did you know there were massive animals that existed before and after the dinosaurs? Imagine if they appeared in the modern world. These . . . creatures died out millions of years ago. These extinct animals are not alive today. But, just imaging if they were--juxtaposed against modern day scenes--these . . . realistic illustrations brings to life . . . these mighty animals"--OCLC.

"From the megabeaver to the dwarf elephant, this book introduces readers to some prehistoric animals that might just be familiar."--.

"Even before the time when dinosaurs lived, there were many other incredible creatures, and some were even bigger and more terrifying than T. Rex ... What would happen if these beasts came to life? Read this book to see prehistoric predators facing off against tigers, bears, and wolves -- and learn all about the terrifying creatures of the past"--Back cover.

Look closely at the ten most amazing insects and spiders that buzz, dart, and hang out all over the world. Beware those bites and stings as you encounter a hornet that will chase humans, a louse that lives on a fish's tongue, a centipede that will fight snakes, and more. Come face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!.

Discover the ten most bizarre snakes, lizards, and other reptiles on the planet. Many lived at the time of the dinosaurs. Could this explain their grotesque features? Check out blood-squirting lizards, monster crocodiles, the deadliest snake, and more. Come face to face with these extreme animals and learn their secrets!.

"Great white sharks are gigantic - but what else used to swim in the oceans that might be bigger? Readers will discover fascinating creatures and compare their incredible sizes to modern day settings."--.

"Track down the ten most awe-inspiring animals in the rain forests of the world."--Back cover.

Join your friendly prehistoric fish-guide to travel back 65 million years to the Tertiary and Quaternary periods of prehistoric Earth, when mammals came to dominate the planet. Discover the facts, fossils, and fun science of behind the intriguing mammals of this time period, including killer pigs, the largest land mammal ever, and the earliest humans. The fourth part of the exciting story of life on unfolds through lifelike illustrations and fascinating diagrams.

Join your friendly prehistoric fish-guide on an adventure through the Triassic and Jurassic periods. Watch the first dinosaurs appear. See them grow in size and numbers to dominate on land, in the air, and in the oceans. Discover the facts, fossils, and fun science behind Earth's earliest dinosaurs, as well as flying reptiles, mighty sea beasts, and the first birds. This story of life on Earth unfolds through lifelike illustrations and fascinating diagrams.

Join your friendly prehistoric fish-guide through the Cretaceous period, 145 to 66 million years ago, when the mightiest dinosaurs stalked the planet. Learn about the rise of the raptors, the largest dinosaurs, and the great extinction. This third part of the exciting story of life on Earth unfolds through lifelike illustrations and fascinating diagrams.