Each page in this book is bursting with unusual creatures from the time of dinosaurs, all united by a common characteristic. From wonderful wings to terrific teeth, from tyrannosaurs to ancient turtles, this eclectic collection celebrates the diversity and similarities of the dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Guaranteed to fascinate budding paleontologists.

"Topics are dragons, dinosaurs, and prehistoric or mythological giants from 1953's The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms; "big bug" flicks, with 1954's Them; ordinary animals grown to improbable proportions in 1955's It Came from Beneath the Sea; animals that threaten mankind including 1963's The Birds; blobs and other beasts such as 1958's The Blob"--Provided by publisher.

Uses clear and informed text to tell readers what scientists know and what they are still guessing about a collection of odd-looking monsters, including how experts think these dinosaurs used their individual, bizarre characteristics.

Each page in this book is bursting with unusual creatures from the time of dinosaurs, all united by a common characteristic. From wonderful wings to terrific teeth, from tyrannosaurs to ancient turtles, this eclectic collection celebrates the diversity and similarities of the dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures. Guaranteed to fascinate budding paleontologists.

My First Book of Dinosaur Comparisons is the perfect gift for dinosaur-loving kids aged 5 and up. Exciting visual comparisons and fascinating facts help children measure and compare anything and everything about the dinosaurs. From heights, weights, diets, speed, features, and much more—this book covers and compares it all!

Examines unusual animal facial features and how they help the animals survive.

Describes the age after the dinosaurs where huge beasts, reptiles, and flying creatures terrorized the earth.

Introduces lesser known prehistoric creatures, including the giant sea scorpion called a eurypterid, the Helicoprion shark, and the carnivorous land dinosaur Deinonychus.

Hold a light to the see-through pages to discover what's hidden; learn all kinds of facts about dinosaurs.