fossils

Introduces readers to some of the scariest dinosaurs that ever walked the Earth.

Introduces readers to some of the fastest dinosaurs that ever walked the Earth.

Introduces readers to some of the biggest dinosaurs that ever walked the Earth.

"Living fossils, or modern-day animals that very closely resemble their ancient relatives. Meet the coelacanth, horseshoe crab, dragonfly, tuatara, nautilus, and Hula painted frog. All are living fossils. Why have they changed so little over time, while other animals evolved or went extinct? Using contrasting 'then' and 'now' illustrations, veteran nonfiction writer Caroline Arnold alternates between a prehistoric creature in its native environment and its contemporary living-fossil counterpart"--Amazon.com.

Describes the formation of various types of rocks and fossils. Features color photographs, a quiz, a glossary, and further resources.

Explores fossils from how and where they form to how scientists gather and preserve them. Includes a glossary, resources for further information, diagrams, and color photographs.

Excerpts from Michener's other novels are collected in this single volume in which he re-creates the planet Earth as it existed millions of years ago when dinosaurs flourished, describes the vast forces that created the geological wonders we know today, and explains how in the millennia-old struggle for survival, some species endured and evolved while others disappeared.

Introduces plants and animals of the Jurassic Period in the style of a naturalist's notebook.

Describes twenty-five fossils illustrating the evolution of animal life. Also presents the stories behind the discovery of these fossils, their significance within the larger fossil record, and where they can be viewed in museums of the world.