Overview
How do scientists learn about dinosaurs? They ask questions! How are fossils found? What do fossils tell us about dinosaurs? Did dinosaurs come from eggs? Join a world-famous dinosaur expert as he helps you answer these questions. You will soon start asking questions of your own!Briefly explains the work of paleontologists, scientists who learn about dinosaurs by studying fossils.
Synopsis
How do scientists learn about dinosaurs? They ask questions! How are fossils found? What do fossils tell us about dinosaurs? Did dinosaurs come from eggs? Join a world-famous dinosaur expert as he helps you answer these questions. You will soon start asking questions of your own!
School Library Journal
Gr 1-3-Informative, solid introductions. The unique feature of these beginning readers is the introduction of a scientist in each one. The first book discusses why there are volcanoes and where they can be found. Instructions for a model made from common household materials are included. The second title describes how astronauts live in space and the tools they use. The activity invites readers to explore the night sky. Dinosaurs tells how fossils are found and what paleontologists do with them. The project included uses a leaf, paper, and pencil to show how a plant fossil is formed. Space has only full-color photographs, while the other titles include color illustrations as well as photos. These titles combine an enticing layout with high-interest, easy-to-read texts to delight budding scientists.-Jean Lowery, Bishop Woods Elementary School, New Haven, CT Copyright 2005 Reed Business Information.