Children's Encyclopedia of Prehistoric Life -- Dougal Dixon, Hardcover

This fact-packed encyclopedia contains everything you need to know about prehistoric life -- from Tyrannosaurus rex to terror birds, and Megalodons to mammoths.

Fantastic, newly commissioned artworks will make you feel as if you've stepped into the prehistoric world.

Perfect for kids aged 8 and up wanting the latest information on dinosaurs and other prehistoric beasts.

ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Children's Reference Library uses stunning photography, fabulous facts and useful diagrams to introduce a variety of subjects - from the animal kingdom to space. Great to dip into, these reference guides are a staple for any child's bookshelf.

Author: Dougal Dixon
Publisher: Arcturus Editions
Published: 03/05/2024
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.80lbs
Size: 11.10h x 9.06w x 1.02d
ISBN: 9781398835825
Audience: Ages 9-12

About the Author

Dougal Dixon is an award-winning author, geologist, palaeontologist and educator who has written several acclaimed titles on dinosaurs for adults and children. Dougal was presented with the Distinguished Achievement Award for Excellence in Educational Journalism by The Educational Press Association of America in 1993, The Children's Book Council 1994 Outstanding Trade Science Book Award, and the Times Educational Supplement Primary Schoolbook Award 1996. In 1996 he was appointed as a trustee of the Dinosaur Society, UK. In 2019, his "When the Whales Walked" was awarded the Children's Choice Award by the School Library Association. He has made several television appearances, and acted as a consultant and animator for a video programme about dinosaurs.

Mat Edwards is an extraordinarily versatile artist, who can create everything from photorealistic prehistoric vistas to vintage-style paintings. Such was Mat's talent at school that he won a four-year apprenticeship with Johnson Mattheys, where he learned at the feet of some tremendously skilled artists. Mat is admired for his talent, imagination, and eye for detail .