Dougal Dixon

Includes index and glossary

"Describes the animals of the Quaternary Period, when an ice age took hold of Earth, and new animals evolved to survive the harsh weather. This period also marks when our human ancestors started to appear. Includes an Animal Families glossary, prehistory timeline, and pronunciation guides"--

"Describes the animals of the Cretaceous Period when many types of dinosaurs evolved, including the famous Tyrannosaurus. Includes an Animal Families glossary, prehistory timeline, and pronunciation guides"--Provided by publisher.

"Describes the animals of the Paleozoic Era, when animals with bony parts and the first land animals developed. Includes an Animal Families glossary, prehistory timeline, and pronunciation guides"--

All is quiet on the African grasslands as a lioness and her pride stalk across the plain.

This book provides a description of various prehistoric flying reptiles, including their size, eating habits, skeletons, and relation to contemporary animals.

Uses text, illustrations, and images of Earth taken from space to explore the planet's physical features and the forces that have shaped them.

Brief text and illustrations introduce the characteristics and natural environment of thirteen early dinosaurs such as Saltopus and Dimetrodon. Includes a glossary of terms and miscellaneous facts about dinosaurs.