Susan H. Gray
1) Triceratops
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"In 1888, scientists searching for dinosaur bones found an enormous head like none they had ever seen before. They named it Triceratops, meaning 'three-horned face.' As they discovered more bones, they learned more and more about this 'new' dinosaur. With this book, you too can go back in time millions of years to explore the world of Triceratops. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and...
2) Iguanodon
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"Life was often difficult for the Iguanodon. It couldn't fight larger dinosaurs with sharp teeth or pointy spikes. Even thunderstorms could pose a danger. Learn how Iguanodon survived on Earth for nearly twenty million years and why its fossils have been discovered all over the planet. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a Did-You-Know section,...
3) Ankylosaurus
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"Imagine walking down the street and running into an Ankylosaurus. Its heavy, plated body and thick spines would surprise anybody! But despite its size and armor, this 'stiff lizard' could move pretty quickly when it needed to. Discover how Ankylosaurus continues to surprise scientists--and unsuspecting readers--to this day. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for...
4) Trilobites
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Among the earliest animals to live in Earth's oceans, trilobites survived for 300 million years! Young readers will learn about this diverse group of prehistoric arthropods who roamed the sea nearly twice as long as dinosaurs dominated the land. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Index Informative sidebars Sources for further research Suggested websites Table of contents. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is...
5) Troodon
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Troodon's name comes from words meaning 'wounding teeth,' which seems very appropriate for this mighty dinosaur! Follow scientists as they uncover how Troodon spent its time on earth so many millions of years ago.|Author/Illustrator biography|Glossary of key words|Index|Informative sidebars|Sources for further research|Suggested websites|Table of contents|The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing...
6) Oviraptor
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"Scientists who study dinosaurs often have to be good detectives. And like detectives, they sometimes come to the wrong conclusions. That's what happened when George Olson discovered the first Oviraptor fossil. Learn why Olson named the new dinosaur 'egg stealer' and how later scientists finally uncovered the truth about Oviraptor. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources...
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"We think of dinosaurs as big and ferocious. Yet the name Compsognathus means 'pretty jaw!' Learn about this strange little dinosaur, from its life in the Jurassic period millions of years ago to the first discovery of its delicate fossil in Germany. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a Did-You-Know section, and an overview of the geologic time...
8) Maiasaura
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"The story of the Maiasaura is a story of good mothers, both dinosaur and human! One good mom's discovery of Maiasaura bones changed the ideas of many scientists about how some dinosaurs cared for their young. Find out for yourself what made Maiasaura such a good dino parent. Would you like one as your mother? Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research,...
9) Spinosaurus
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"Spinosaurus was a truly unique dinosaur. But it has certainly left behind plenty of questions for scientists to answer! Students will enjoy developing their own conclusions about the life and times of this spiny lizard. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a Did-You-Know section, and an overview of the geologic time scale"--Publisher description....
10) Stegosaurus
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"Have you ever tried putting together a puzzle without knowing what it would look like when you had finished? If you have, you know what Othniel Charles Marsh felt like as he put together the bones and plates of a Stegosaurus he had discovered. Follow Stegosaurus from its life on Earth millions of years ago to its reconstruction in a museum--bones, plates, and all! Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary...
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"When you think of dinosaurs, do you think of ferocious meat-eaters terrorizing everything around them? If so, you were probably imagining the Tyrannosaurus rex, the 'tyrant lizard' of its time. But if you think you know everything there is to know about T. Rex, think again! Learn about the many sides of this mighty dinosaur. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for...
12) Velociraptor
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"What can scientists learn from an ancient fossil of two dinosaurs locked in battle? Plenty! One of those dinosaurs was a Velociraptor, a 'quick thief' and predator of the Cretaceous period. Like the scientists who study Velociraptor, young readers will discover how much eighty-million-year-old bones still have to say! Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further...
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Presents an overview of the circulatory system, including key parts of the system and their jobs, how to keep the system healthy, and fun facts. Basic biology fascinates children, and each book in this kid-friendly collection begins with an engaging narrative to examine intriguing scientific questions. The following sections use a straightforward question-and-answer approach alongside colorful photos and illustrations to explain organs and systems...
14) Great Hornbill
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Introduces facts about hornbills, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these rainforest creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informational text. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis.
15) Harpy Eagle
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Introduces facts about harpy eagles, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and threats to these rainforest creatures. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informational text. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis.
16) Storm Chaser
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Readers will learn what it takes to succeed as a storm chaser. The book also explains the necessary educational steps, useful character traits, potential hazards, and daily job tasks related to this career. Sidebars include thought-provoking trivia. Questions in the backmatter ask for text-dependent analysis. Photos, a glossary, and additional resources are included.
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Presents an overview of the skeletal system, including key parts of the system and their jobs, how to keep the system healthy, and fun facts. Basic biology fascinates children, and each book in this kid-friendly collection begins with an engaging narrative to examine intriguing scientific questions. The following sections use a straightforward question-and-answer approach alongside colorful photos and illustrations to explain organs and systems of...
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Presents an overview of the nervous system, including key parts of the system and their jobs, how to keep the system healthy, and fun facts. Basic biology fascinates children, and each book in this kid-friendly collection begins with an engaging narrative to examine intriguing scientific questions. The following sections use a straightforward question-and-answer approach alongside colorful photos and illustrations to explain organs and systems of...
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Presents an overview of the muscular system, including key parts of the system and their jobs, how to keep the system healthy, and fun facts. Basic biology fascinates children, and each book in this kid-friendly collection begins with an engaging narrative to examine intriguing scientific questions. The following sections use a straightforward question-and-answer approach alongside colorful photos and illustrations to explain organs and systems of...
20) Mako Sharks
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This book takes readers on a journey under the sea to discover the fascinating facts about mako sharks, including physical features, habitat, life cycle, food, and more. Photos, captions, and keywords supplement the narrative of this informational text, while additional search tools--including a glossary and an index--help students locate and review important information.