Did Dinosaurs Have Feathers? (Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science 2) (Hardcover)

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From School Library Journal
Kindergarten-Grade 4--Like Zoehfeld's other books on dinosaurs, this is a visually appealing, informative, and interesting read. The author leads youngsters from the first discovery of a fossil print of a feather in 1860 in Germany to more recent findings in China of dinosaur fossils showing plumage, and differentiates between the various types of feathers and their purposes. She also discusses the link between theropods and modern-day birds. Pastel illustrations in pale tones provide vivid visualizations of long-ago landscapes and the creatures being discussed. An inset map shows where in China the fossils were located. The book concludes with a section on finding out more about feathers and a note on washing and microwaving specimens collected outdoors to rid them of germs and "tiny insect critters." Libraries that serve dinosaur fanatics will find this a welcome addition.--Jean Lowery, Bishop Woods Elementary School, New Haven, CT
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From Booklist
K-Gr. 3. This entry into the Let's-Read-and-Find-Out Science series discusses fossil evidence of feathered dinosaurs and presents theories about the animals' lives and their probable position as the ancestors of modern birds. After focusing on the winged, prehistoric species Archaeopteryx, the discussion turns to the theropods, dinosaurs whose fossils have sometimes been discovered with prints of feathers. Washburn's appealing, soft-focus artwork fills up the pages. Apparently done in pastels, the pictures create both concrete images of fossil finds and imaginative scenes depicting prehistoric landscapes and animals. The book concludes with a two-page spread discussing feathers and encouraging children to collect, clean, and study them. An interesting addition to an excellent series. Carolyn Phelan
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All birds have feathers. Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
theropod dinosaurs New!
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