Description
Illustrated Inventory of Dinosaurs
Book Summary
This volume offers a fascinating visual journey through the history of life on Earth, beginning 4.3 billion years ago, to focus on 47 dinosaur species grouped by geological period. From the Triassic with the Mussaurus patagonicus, each entry combines a delicate illustration with precise data on its characteristics, habitat, and era. An ideal reference work to spark scientific curiosity in younger readers, presented with the rigor and beauty that characterize Kalandraka's Science collection.
What is it about?
The book starts with a brief introduction to the origin of life on Earth to place the reader in the appropriate temporal context. It then presents 47 different dinosaurs, ordered according to the three great periods of the Mesozoic era: Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous. Each species is presented with a detailed full-page illustration, accompanied by a descriptive text that includes its scientific name, size, diet, the era in which it lived, and other relevant data. The journey begins with the Triassic Mussaurus patagonicus and advances chronologically, allowing one to appreciate the evolution and diversity of these animals over millions of years.
Main Topics
- Basic paleontology and dinosaur classification
- Timeline of life on Earth and geological eras
- Species diversity: herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores from the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous
- Physical and adaptive characteristics of dinosaurs
- Scientific illustration and visual representation of extinct species
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at boys and girls from 6 years old interested in dinosaurs and science, as well as parents and educators looking for visual and rigorous reference material to introduce paleontology in an enjoyable way. It is also attractive for young readers who enjoy illustrated books of high aesthetic quality and informative content.
What this book offers
- A selection of 47 representative species, organized chronologically to understand their evolution.
- Detailed illustrations that facilitate visual identification and memorization of each dinosaur.
- Clear and concise information, adapted for children, without losing scientific rigor.
- A historical context that places dinosaurs within the history of life on Earth.
- An approach that combines the aesthetic pleasure of an illustrated book with encyclopedic learning.
Technical Data Sheet
- Author: Aladjidi, Virginie
- Publisher: Kalandraka
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: ILLUSTRATED BOOKS, PICTURE BOOKS, DINOSAURS AND THE PREHISTORIC WORLD (CHILDREN'S/YA), SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (CHILDREN'S/YA), CHILDREN'S AND YA REFERENCE MATERIAL
- Collection: SCIENCE
- Binding: Hardcover
- Publication date: April 2018
- Number of pages: 72
- Weight: 580 g
Editorial Review
This is a solid proposal for children's science communication, which combines the rigor of paleontological data with a visually attractive presentation. The chronological structure and the selection of species allow for progressive learning, while the illustrations invite detailed observation. It is a valuable resource for both school use and personal enjoyment, especially recommended for those looking for an orderly and beautiful first approach to the world of dinosaurs.