Dinosaur Days

Illustrated by Franco Tempesta
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$5.99 US
On sale Jul 22, 2014 | 48 Pages | 9780385379236

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A completely revised edition of THE bestselling dinosaur leveled reader, for children who are ready to read on their own.
 
With all-new illustrations and updated scientific information, this Science Reader will introduce a new generation of children to the most fascinating creatures of all time—dinosaurs. From well-known species like T. rex, Triceratops, and Ankylosaurus to lesser-known ones like Citipati, Vegavis, and Mapusaurus, there’s something here for dinosaur fans and their parents—including a handy pronunciation guide!
Joyce Milton was the author of dozens of nonfiction books for children, including Gorillas: Gentle Giants of the Forest; Wild, Wild Wolves; Whales: The Gentle Giants; and many more early readers. She was a former librarian and lived for many decades in Brooklyn, NY pursuing her writing career. She passed away in 2008. View titles by Joyce Milton
Franco Tempesta is an Italian artist and illustrator who specializes in paleontology. His client list includes National Geographic Children’s Books, Smithsonian Institute, and Museo di Paleontologia in Naples, Italy. View titles by Franco Tempesta
"An easy, well-structured treatment of an eternally hot topic, this is a likely choice for beginning readers."--Kirkus.

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A completely revised edition of THE bestselling dinosaur leveled reader, for children who are ready to read on their own.
 
With all-new illustrations and updated scientific information, this Science Reader will introduce a new generation of children to the most fascinating creatures of all time—dinosaurs. From well-known species like T. rex, Triceratops, and Ankylosaurus to lesser-known ones like Citipati, Vegavis, and Mapusaurus, there’s something here for dinosaur fans and their parents—including a handy pronunciation guide!

Author

Joyce Milton was the author of dozens of nonfiction books for children, including Gorillas: Gentle Giants of the Forest; Wild, Wild Wolves; Whales: The Gentle Giants; and many more early readers. She was a former librarian and lived for many decades in Brooklyn, NY pursuing her writing career. She passed away in 2008. View titles by Joyce Milton
Franco Tempesta is an Italian artist and illustrator who specializes in paleontology. His client list includes National Geographic Children’s Books, Smithsonian Institute, and Museo di Paleontologia in Naples, Italy. View titles by Franco Tempesta

Praise

"An easy, well-structured treatment of an eternally hot topic, this is a likely choice for beginning readers."--Kirkus.

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