National Geographic Kids Dinosaur Atlas

by National Geographic

Overview

"Kids will explore the world of dinosaurs in this new atlas, featuring T. Rex, Spinosaurus, Triceratops, Diplodocus, Brontosaurus, and more, covering ancient Pangaea to the modern-day continents and such topics as fossils and prehistoric landscapes"--

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781426372797
Publisher:	Disney Publishing Group
Publication date:	09/20/2022
Pages:	128
Sales rank:	94,895
Product dimensions:	10.30(w) x 13.60(h) x 0.80(d)
Age Range:	7 - 10 Years

About the Author

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC and maps go together like latitude and longitude. For more than 130 years, National Geographic maps have helped spread geographic knowledge to people around the world. Eye-catching graphic elements give the maps their distinctive look and enhance their readability. National Geographic combines the latest data gathered by space-age technology with innovative mapping techniques to create state-of-the-art political, physical, and thematic maps. Meticulous research and attention to detail have established a standard of excellence that is recognized worldwide.

STEVE BRUSATTE, a paleontologist on the faculty of the School of GeoSciences at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland, served as the expert reviewer for this atlas. He grew up in the midwestern United States and has a B.S. in Geophysical Sciences from the University of Chicago, M.Sc. in Paleobiology from the University of Bristol, and Ph.D. in Earth and Environmental Sciences from Columbia University in New York. He has written more than 150 peer-reviewed scientific papers during his 15 years of research in the field, named and described over a dozen new species of dinosaurs and mammals, and led groundbreaking studies on how dinosaurs rose to dominance and eventually went extinct, and were then replaced by mammals. Among his particular research interests are the evolutionary transition between dinosaurs and birds and the rise of placental mammals. He is also a noted specialist on the anatomy, genealogy, and evolution of the carnivorous dinosaurs like Tyrannosaurus and Velociraptor. His 2018 book, The Rise and Fall of the Dinosaurs, was a New York Times best seller, and he is the science consultant for the Jurassic World film franchise.

Table of Contents

The World Before Dinosaurs; When Dinosaurs Ruled the Earth; What Is a Dinosaur?; Dino Family Tree; Where Dinosaurs Lived; All About Fossils; The Triassic Period; The Jurassic Period; The Cretaceous Period; North America; South America; Europe; Africa; Asia; Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica; What Happened to the Dinosaurs? Dino Descendants; Dinosaur Dictionary; Glossary; More Resources; Index.

Editorial Reviews

02/01/2023

Gr 2–6—The always fascinating and kid-friendly topic is treated to a large-size format befitting its subject. After an introductory section defining dinosaurs and the prehistoric world that led to their existence, the book is then divided into different historical periods—Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous. The next section spotlights some of the major fossil finds by continent. The final section details the post-dinosaur period, positing different theories about why the "terrible lizards" became extinct and exploring the present-day animals descended from the great creatures. Each dinosaur featured (145 in all) is presented with a pronunciation guide, the meaning of its name, the period in which it lived, and cool facts about it. For example, the aptly named Giraffatitan had a neck approximately 75 feet long, and the Rajasaurus was the first dinosaur found in India. The clear and accessible text is printed in legible and fun font. Full-color artwork, arresting illustrations, informative time lines, and custom-made maps for kids by leading experts in cartography set this volume apart. The images seem lifelike, as if the dinosaurs might leap off the pages. Insets defining major terms and providing context are peppered throughout. Back matter includes a dino dictionary, glossary, further resources, and an index. VERDICT This image-heavy, informational text will be enjoyed by dino-fans and is a great choice for browsing and reports.—Shelley M. Diaz

School Library Journal

2022-11-16
Realistically depicted dinos strike alert poses in prehistoric settings in this overview of when and where they and some of their cousin creatures lived.

After opening with big-picture views of our planet’s history and a timeline punctuated by massive extinction events, the two-part presentation first introduces representative species from each period of the Mesozoic era in turn, then goes on to highlight select fossils discovered in modern times at major sites on each continent—including Antarctica. Following a roundup of dino extinction theories and a gallery of prehistoric birds other than Archaeopteryx, an alphabetically arranged table of dinosaur information (name, geological period, length, and more) kicks off a flurry of useful resources (including apps) and other backmatter. Expertly angled to show brightly colored skin patterns and plumage, distinctive physical features, and (especially) teeth to good advantage, the prehistoric cast shares page space with blocks of simply phrased descriptive commentary, easy-to-read maps, site photos, and portraits of paleontologists, including several of color, at work.

Unusually well organized, with plenty of appeal for both casual and confirmed dinophiles. (glossary, index, photo credits) (Nonfiction browsing/reference. 7-11)

Kirkus Reviews