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Synopsis
Put your knowledge to the test with this question-and-answer book full of fascinating facts about some of the smallest prehistoric creatures that ever lived.
Children's Literature
Not all dinosaurs were as gigantic as the Brachiosaurus or the Apatosaurus. During the Jurassic and Cretaceous periods, there were some dinosaurs that were the size of today's domestic dogs and cats. Eight small, "pet-sized" dinosaurs are featured in this informational text; the table of content lists the names. Brief descriptions of each dinosaur are accompanied by colorful illustrations. The descriptions are extended with a single question followed with the answer. Insets provide additional information about the dinosaurs. Readers will find pronunciation guides and meanings for the dinosaur names. There are scaled diagrams to illustrate the approximate size of the dinosaur compared to an approximately six-foot-tall adult. At the back of the book, a map shows where the fossils of these tiny dinosaurs were discovered, and a timeline shows when the dinosaurs existed. Young researchers may need some support with the features of an informational text and the content vocabulary. Zimmerman provides a list of some suggested books and the address of the publisher's website for readers who seek additional information. The web site includes a simple crossword puzzle along with some unlabeled portals to websites that have more information about dinosaurs. Readers who are interested in other prehistoric animals from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous periods may find the other five books in the "Dino Times Trivia" series fascinating too. The format for the series is similar, although the theme of each book is different, as are the featured prehistoric reptiles. Reviewer: Carrie Hane Hung