Describes a 1997 discovery of the fossilized remains of a dinosaur nesting ground and what it told the fossil hunters of the habits and behavior of the dinosaurs that used it.

"According to fossils that have been found, insects have been living on Earth for more than 400 million years! That means they were around before the dinosaurs and long before humans walked on Earth. How do scientists know this? They study the different kinds of impressions left in rock from these amazing prehistoric creatures. Readers have a chance to see photographs of these finds up close in this book, alongside accessible text that explains the...

Young dinosaur enthusiasts will love this book about reptile fossils! This volume allows readers to explore prehistoric reptiles through detailed photographs of their fossils. Engaging text is supported by sidebars and diagrams to give readers a glimpse into the ancient world. Readers investigate how fossils are formed, where they're found, and what clues they give us to the past. They'll learn all about dinosaurs that walked the earth millions of...

Earth was a lot different when dinosaurs were around, but they have left us important clues. Find out how scientists use these clues to learn what kinds of dinosaurs lived where, what they ate, and how fast they could run. You may also be surprised to learn which animals living today are dinosaur relatives!

In 1861, paleontologists unearthed a dinosaur fossil that looked like a bird! Archaeopteryx, as this species is known today, was a link between ancient dinosaurs and modern birds. In this guide, based on fundamental elementary science concepts, readers view amazing bird fossils and learn how they formed. Readers also learn how scientists know birds are descended from dinosaurs by comparing traits from both. Amazing photographs are paired with accessible...

Fossils are pieces of the past! They can show us a lot of information about the plants and animals that lived long ago on Earth. This detailed book has a wealth of information about what fossils can show us and how paleontologists learn from them. This ca

Presents the different types of dinosaurs and reconstructs their appearance, habits and behavior and the world in which they flourished. Also describes important fossil finds. Includes a helpful dictionary of dinosaur names. A must-have for all dino enthusiasts.

Have you ever wondered about the bugs of the prehistoric past? This book introduces readers to amazing insect fossils that have opened scientists' eyes to the tiny, six-legged creatures of the past. Many insects have been preserved perfectly in amber, while others left imprints in sedimentary rocks. Vivid color photographs of insect fossils and exciting diagrams are sure to catch readers' interest. Engaging text and sidebars make this elementary science...

Discover the processes that form everything from the smallest pebbles to the highest mountains.

Millions of years ago there was a dinosaur on Earth called Brachiosaurus. One Brachiosaurus weighed as much as 17 elephants! Can you imagine how big some dinosaurs must have been? In this book, readers explore a world where dinosaurs roam. And learn fascinating facts about dino's along the way.