A Dinosaur for Washington
The True Story of Suciasaurus
by Kelly Milner Halls
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Pub Date Sep 17 2024 | Archive Date Jul 22 2024
Sasquatch Books | Little Bigfoot
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Description
Follow the remarkable tale of Washington State's ONLY dinosaur fossil—from the amazing discovery by amateur fossil hunters to the detective work of expert paleontologists trying to determine what ancient creature left the fossilized bone behind millions of years ago.
Young fossil hunters will have fun learning about the discovery and excavation of this rare treasure, nicknamed Suciasaurus for the island on which it was found, with this engaging book filled with colorful dinosaur illustrations, and photographs of fossils and dig sites.
Kids can also dig into the additional content in the book, which includes:
- An illustrated tyrannosaurus family tree
- Where to go and what to take if you go fossil hunting
- Details about the tools scientists use for fossil preparation
- A glossary of terms related to paleontology
Advance Praise
"Kelly Milner Hall has done it again! “A Dinosaur for Washington” is an incredible read for all dinosaur enthusiasts, young and old alike. Kelly engages the reader as she outlines the story of Suciasaurus. This informational text is sure to captivate young readers, stimulate critical thinking skills, and inspire scientific exploration." -Jackie Perry Steelman, Teacher
This book is great for any existing dinosaur lover or to light a spark for new dino interests! The pictures are vibrant and interesting, and there is even a find the fossil picture where kids can test their skills at spotting fossils. Definitions for the scientific and more advanced words are also provided, making this great for all ages." -Becky Rasmussen, Teacher
I learned so much about dinosaurs and the search for their remains and hidden stories in Kelly Milner Halls' book! Beautifully illustrated pages and pictures reveal to readers the painstaking research that's involved in trying to find and identify dinosaur bones and fragments of bones. It was fascinating to learn how paleontologists work together to share theories and ideas about important finds. Young readers (and old!) will get excited and want to join the search for dinosaur fossils!" -Susan Hutchens, Teacher
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781632175625 |
| PRICE | $12.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 40 |
