The Handy Dinosaur Answer Book 2/e
This is one of a series of books written by two scientists, one a science writer, aimed at informing young adults about an important area of science. Simply and accurately written, it presents material in an easy-to-use and readable format. The title promises handy answers and it delivers them.
American Reference Books Annual
Succinct, well-researched answers, photos and a Further Resource section make this exactly what it says, "a smart reference."
Dig: The Archaeology Magazine for Kids
Ideal for readers of all ages and examining scientific history and wonders with a set of commonly asked facts and figures.
Midwest Book Review
This collection of questions and answers about dinosaurs ? lends itself to finding specific information in short sections. It will fascinate and motivate readers. Whether they read this book at length or just browse through it, readers will find it to be an excellent source of fundamental knowledge about an interesting subject.
National Science Teachers Association
This fun-filled fact-book provides a wealth of information on the lives and habits of these astonishing creatures.
From Tyrannosaurs to Stegosaurs, the guide profiles numerous species, chronicling their time on Earth and exploring their roles in archaeological expeditions and museums today.Delightful and intriguing, this comprehensive record includes the debates still surrounding the origins and fate of these creatures that dominated our planet for millions of years but seemed to disappear in the blink of an eye.
The Handy Dinosaur Answer Book, Second Edition, unearths answers to over 600 commonly asked (and just plain interesting) dinosaur questions such as ?
What is a dinosaur?
Where are extremely large dinosaur bones being found and why?
Did some dinosaurs have self-sharpening teeth?
Where and what is the Dinosaur Freeway?
About Patricia Barnes-Svarney
Patricia Barnes-Svarney has been a nonfiction science and science fiction writer for more than 15 years. She has a master's degree in geography/geomorphology and has worked professionally as a geomorphologist and oceanographer. She has written or coauthored more than 20 books, including The New York Public Library Science Desk Reference, and has written more than 300 articles for science magazines and journals.
Hometown: Endicott, New York
About Thomas E Svarney
Thomas E. Svarney is a scientist, naturalist, and artist. With Patricia Barnes-Svarney, he is the author of numerous science books, including Skies of Fury, The Handy Geology Answer book, The Handy Ocean Answer Book, and The Handy Dinosaur Answer Book. He has also contributed to several books, including The New York Public Library Desk Reference.
Hometown: Endicott, New York
