Bite of the Albertosaurus

Gr 1–5—Kooky paleontologist Indino Jones is once again a guide through the land of dinosaurs in this second installment of the fact-filled series. In comic strip-type panels, the stories are told with bright, engaging art, and clear, concise text. Geared toward young readers, each vignette shares details on specific species. From the popular T. rex and Velociraptor to the lesser known but equally interesting Baryonyx and Maiasaura, the dinosaurs featured will delight even the most rabid dinosaur fans. This volume also does a good job of engaging readers with questions they've mostly likely wondered about themselves. How do the jaws of a T. rex measure up to the jaws of animals kids would recognize today, such as a shark or a lion? Back matter includes a listing of each species with its size, weight, and diet, as well as the meaning of its name and where its fossils can be found on the globe. A fresh look at a well covered topic.—John Trischitti, Midland County Public Libraries, TX