Author(s): Patricia Barnes-Svarney and Thomas E. Svarney
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Date : 2010
Grade 7 Up—This revised question-and-answer book was not designed for life in a children's room. While some of the answers are simple enough, others are for adults. For example, one of the definitive characteristics of a dinosaur is described as "...an elongated deltopectoral crest on the humerus...and a well-developed ascending process on the astragalus," phrasing that is all but unapproachable without a scientific dictionary. However, dinophiles willing to sift through the text armed with said dictionary will find a lot to satisfy them, including the last chapter, which leads to information on digs, excavation techniques, equipment, fossil preparation, and educational requirements, plus a heap of further readings (many adult) and Web sites. Many small photographs and computer-generated images and some reproductions are scattered throughout, as are information boxes expounding on more common questions. A serious, often scholarly examination of a fascinating topic.—Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY
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Review
"Simply and accurately written . . . presents material in an easy-to-use and readable format. The title promises handy answers and it delivers them." —American Reference Books Annual
"Offers even more information that is sure to keep the interest of any dinosaur lover, young and old. “The Handy Dinosaur Answer Book” is a fine addition to any community library science collection." —Midwest Book Review
"Succinct, well-researched answers, photos and a Further Resource section make this exactly what it says, 'a smart reference.'" —Dig: The Archaeology Magazine for Kids
"This is a good book for the general reader and for public libraries." —American Association for the Advancement of Science's Science Books & Films: Your Online Review Guide to Science Resources for All Ages
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"This collection of questions and answers about dinosaurs . . . lends itself to finding specific information in short sections. It will fascinate and motivate readers. Whether they read this book at length or just browse through it, readers will find it to be an excellent source of fundamental knowledge about an interesting subject." —National Science Teachers Association Recommends
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