FICTION

Everything Dinosaurs: Chomp of Tons of Earthshaking Facts and Fun!

9781426314964. ea vol: 64p. (National Geographic Kids). bibliog. diag. further reading. glossary. illus. index. maps. notes. photos. reprods. websites. National Geographic for Kids. 2014. pap. $12.99. lib. ed. $21.90.
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Gr 3–6—With more than 100 full-color illustrations these titles are visual treats, while providing a good deal of content. Each features four main sections with two-page chapters within those sections concentrating on specific topics. Within "Dinosaur Life," for instance, readers will find spreads on the "Dino Nursery," "Growing Up Dinosaur," "Chomp or Be Chomped," and "The Plant Eaters." The layouts include headlines, text boxes, illustrations, and quick facts. Mythology even offers an Olympus Family Tree and isn't limited to the gods of the Greek pantheon. Anansi, Horus, and Ganesha are all at home in these pages. The books are not only easy to read and understand, they're also fun. Each volume includes a glossary (with an accompanying quiz to increase comprehension) and sources for more information (books, websites). Good purchases where these subjects are much in demand.—Marie Drucker, Malverne Public Library, NY
[=With]Though the title suggests you'll learn "everything" about mythology from around the world, really the book provides brief snapshots. Four chapters are subdivided into two-page sections covering various aspects: types of mythologies; specific stories; prominent creatures, figures, and gods; etc. A mix of illustrations, photos, and text boxes on every spread makes for busy visuals. A resources list is appended. Ind.

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