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Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018
In the Past
By David Elliott, Matthew Trueman (Illustrator)
Journey through time to meet ancient creatures in a poetic exploration of Earth's prehistoric wonders.
3.9/5 Goodreads · 244 ratings
48 pages
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Bookroo's summary
Step into the prehistoric world where creatures like the trilobite and T. rex roam. This poetic journey, rich with illustrations, invites you to explore epochs filled with fascinating life forms. Will you encounter the fierce dunkleosteus or the giant dragonfly-like meganaura? Each page reveals a new marvel, blending art and science to captivate both dino enthusiasts and budding paleontologists. Discover the mysteries of evolution and the creatures that once ruled our planet in this enthralling collection.
From the publisher
Care to meet a dunkleosteus? An apatosaurus? How about the dragonflyesque meganaura? In a collection that’s organized chronologically by epoch and is sure to intrigue everyone from armchair dino enthusiasts to budding paleontologists, David Elliott and Matthew Trueman illuminate some of the most fascinating creatures ever to evolve on the earth. Combining poems both enlightening and artful with illustrations perfect for poring over, this volume ensures fascinating trips back to a time as enthralling and variable as any in our planet’s evolutionary history
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 48
- Reading age
- 3–7
- Audience
- Picture
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The fine print
Book details
Publication
- Published
- March 1, 2018
- First published
- March 20, 2018
- Publisher
- Candlewick
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780763660734
- LCCN
- 2018019906
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