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by Gabrielle Balkan (Author), Sam Brewster (Artist)
A stunning dinosaur picture book by the team behind the global bestseller Book of Bones - with touch-and-feel skeletons and fascinating facts to amaze, educate, and entertain young readers
In this interactive book with touch-and-feel skeletons, ten record-breaking dinosaurs are introduced through a guessing game with clues. Readers examine the prehistoric skeletons and guess and read a series of boastful hints to guess the mystery dinosaur. The answers are uncovered in stunning page-turn reveals, featuring vibrant scenic habitats and a few reasons why each dinosaur is so special. The showstopping final pages make a clever connection between the 10 extinct dinosaurs and some of their contemporary counterparts.
Learn which dinosaur had:
- The toughest armor
- The sharpest eyesight
- The biggest belly
- The spikiest tail
And more!
The book also includes a letter from the author, a 24-word glossary, a species index, and a 'Discover More' section that highlights books, podcasts, and other resources for the dinosaur-curious. This witty, informative introduction to the connection between anatomy and behaviour is full of fun, relatable facts as well as touch-and-feel finishes that bring the creatures to life - the ultimate dinosaur book for children.
Ages 5-8
Author Biography
Gabrielle Balkan is a writer and editor living in the Hudson Valley. Her books include the bestselling Book of Bones, Whose Bones? and the acclaimed The 50 State atlas series. Gabrielle is a former children's-book buyer, commissioning editor, and life-long educator and learner. She loves visting with students, joining boards, and reading in the shade.
Sam Brewster is a London-based award-winning freelance illustrator, photographer, and filmmaker. He has a roster of prestigious clients around the world, including New York Times, Guardian, and Creative Review.
