Young readers can explore the prehistoric world with this fact-packed, hardback encyclopedia of dinosaurs, brought to life by photo-realistic, full-color illustrations. From Triceratops to T. rex, this compendium of knowledge delves into the world of dinosaurs, pterosaurs and swimming reptiles. It includes 85 double-page profiles of these magnificent creatures, with key stats and fun facts of what makes each of them unique. Each dinosaur name is accompanied by a phonetic pronunciation to help readers to say them correctly out loud. This book will teach children a wealth of information about habitats, evolution and ecosystems - as well as igniting a passion for the prehistoric world! Includes: - Carnivorous dinosaurs, from fierce Tyrannosaurus to speedy Velociraptor - Herbivorous dinosaurs, from huge Diplodocus to spiky Stegosaurus - Nesting, egg-laying and parenting - Solitary hunters and living in herds - And so much more! With a beautiful cover design with gold-foil accents, this handsome encyclopedia is a wonderful reference guide any home library. Perfect for children aged 8+. ABOUT THE SERIES Arcturus New Encyclopedias are entertaining and visually spectacular reference guides for young readers, complete with eye-opening stats and fascinating facts with full-color photography.