The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia - (Kingfisher Encyclopedias) by Michael Benton (Hardcover)

About the Book

"First published 2012 by Kingfisher"--Title page verso.

Book Synopsis

Discover the dinosaurs and prehistoric animals that once roamed across Earth and commanded the oceans and seas. Completely revised with comprehensive text and new images, The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia brings dinosaur enthusiasts closer to prehistoric life than ever before.

Colorful illustrations, 3-D reconstructions, and step-by-step sequences detail the latest scientific research about these magnificent creatures. Discover which baby dinosaur had a footprint smaller than a fifty cent coin, witness how a recent discovery has brought scientists closer to truly knowing dinosaurs' coloring, and meet the scientists who have unearthed groundbreaking revelations. Dinosaurs and reptiles from around the world are shown in concise detail, including the giants discovered in Tanzania, the remarkable early bird fossils found in the Jehol Biota ecosystem in China, and the dinosaur bone bed in New Mexico.

The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia is perfect for home learning and for school - the ultimate guide that every dinosaur fan needs.

Author Michael Benton is a renowned palaeontologist and has written of several dinosaur themed children's books, as well as consulting on media productions. He has even had a dinosaur named after him

Review Quotes

If you could only have one book of facts on this animal, The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia would be the one to own. . . . [P]acked with interesting facts and the illustrations and photos invite the reader to peruse each page. Newton's Book News

Not only will The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia satisfy the child's desire for more concrete and detailed information about all things dinosaur. It also offers pictures and illustrations that are more in tune with actually "studying" the topic. . . . Affordable and filled with fascinating information, this is a book that young readers will love poring over in their spare time. It will also come in handy for research projects. www.curledupkids.com/dinoency.html

This thorough, fact-filled dinoasur encyclopedia contains full-color digital images of dinosaurs, in order of their appearance through geological time, from the "first animal to have most of the characteristics of a dinosaur" (Herrerasaurus) through some of the last species to roam the earth, including Triceratops and Ankylosaurus. Profiles offer descriptions of various species' anatomy and speculations on issues like mobility, diet, and predation. Easy-to-read time lines and charts discuss the origins of and extinctions of species, while abundant photographs of skeletons, dig sites, and paleontologists at work integrate relevance and texture. The book's expansive scope and visually stimulating format should spark readers' curiosity while engaging imaginations. Ages 8-up. Publishers Weekly

This all-encompassing dinosaur encyclopedia contains many unique and fascinating dinosaur facts. Each and every chapter is a page turner as the book travels through time from the rise of the very first dinosaurs to the behemoths of the Jurassic Period. NSTA Recommends

Unlike a traditional encyclopedia, this volume is organized into five chronological sections, from the time period of the first dinosaurs through the last dinosaurs of the Late Cretaceous period. . . . The visual appeal of the book will catch the eye of many readers and will be popular choice for research and enjoyment. Even if your library has numerous dinosaur resources, this is a welcome addition to any collection. Library Media Connection

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If you could only have one book of facts on this animal, The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia would be the one to own. . . . [P]acked with interesting facts and the illustrations and photos invite the reader to peruse each page. "Newton's Book News"

Not only will The Kingfisher Dinosaur Encyclopedia satisfy the child's desire for more concrete and detailed information about all things dinosaur. It also offers pictures and illustrations that are more in tune with actually "studying" the topic. . . . Affordable and filled with fascinating information, this is a book that young readers will love poring over in their spare time. It will also come in handy for research projects. "www.curledupkids.com/dinoency.html"

This thorough, fact-filled dinoasur encyclopedia contains full-color digital images of dinosaurs, in order of their appearance through geological time, from the "first animal to have most of the characteristics of a dinosaur" (Herrerasaurus) through some of the last species to roam the earth, including Triceratops and Ankylosaurus. Profiles offer descriptions of various species' anatomy and speculations on issues like mobility, diet, and predation. Easy-to-read time lines and charts discuss the origins of and extinctions of species, while abundant photographs of skeletons, dig sites, and paleontologists at work integrate relevance and texture. The book's expansive scope and visually stimulating format should spark readers' curiosity while engaging imaginations. Ages 8-up. "Publishers Weekly"

This all-encompassing dinosaur encyclopedia contains many unique and fascinating dinosaur facts. Each and every chapter is a page turner as the book travels through time from the rise of the very first dinosaurs to the behemoths of the Jurassic Period. "NSTA Recommends"

Unlike a traditional encyclopedia, this volume is organized into five chronological sections, from the time period of the first dinosaurs through the last dinosaurs of the Late Cretaceous period. . . . The visual appeal of the book will catch the eye of many readers and will be popular choice for research and enjoyment. Even if your library has numerous dinosaur resources, this is a welcome addition to any collection. "Library Media Connection""

About the Author

Professor Mike Benton is head of the Earth Sciences department at the University of Bristol. Specialising in dinosaurs and other prehistoric animals, Professor Benton has written and contributed to a large number of titles on these subjects, for both children and adults.