A Dinosaur for Washington
The True Story of Suciasaurus
This true story of the only dinosaur fossil ever found in Washington State, and the work required to identify it, is filled with engaging illustrations and photography that will capture the imagination of young dinophiles and amateur fossil hunters—for aspiring paleologists ages 8-12.
Follow the remarkable tale of Washington State’s ONLY dinosaur fossil—from the amazing discovery by amateur fossil hunters to the detective work of expert paleontologists trying to determine what ancient creature left the fossilized bone behind millions of years ago.
Young fossil hunters will have fun learning about the discovery and excavation of this rare treasure, nicknamed Suciasaurus for the island on which it was found, with this engaging book filled with colorful dinosaur illustrations, and photographs of fossils and dig sites.
Kids can also dig into the additional content in the book, which includes:
- An illustrated tyrannosaurus family tree
- Where to go and what to take if you go fossil hunting
- Details about the tools scientists use for fossil preparation
- A glossary of terms related to paleontology
Sep 17, 2024 | Price: $18.99
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Details
- Hardcover: 40 pages
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- Language: English
- ISBN: 9781632174567
- ISBN Hyphenated: 978-1-63217-456-7
- Dimensions: 7-1/4 x 9-1/2
- Weight: 10 ounces
Book Categories
Awards & Nominees, Children's, Children's Books, Children's Middle Grade Books, Children's Nonfiction, Children's Picture Books, dinosaurs, Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures, Discoveries, Earth & Space, Fossils, Juvenile Nonfiction, Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals, Juvenile Nonfiction - Animals - Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures, Juvenile Nonfiction - Science & Nature, Juvenile Nonfiction - Science & Nature - Discoveries, Juvenile Nonfiction - Science & Nature - Fossils, Life & Living Things, More Picture Books..., Non-fiction, Nonfiction, Picture Books, Science & Technology, Scientists, Inventors, and Discoveries, ThemesYou might also enjoy
"This is a great tool for engaging the natural interest that kids already have in dinosaurs and allowing their understanding to go deeper into scientific principles in a fun way...Both educational and engaging, this is a great tool to learn more about the discovery of the Suciasaurus!"
—Julia Schemmer, Readers' Favorite
"Kelly Milner Hall has done it again! A Dinosaur for Washington is an incredible read for all dinosaur enthusiasts, young and old alike. Kelly engages the reader as she outlines the story of Suciasaurus. This informational text is sure to captivate young readers, stimulate critical thinking skills, and inspire scientific exploration."
–Jackie Perry Steelman, Teacher
"This book is great for any existing dinosaur lover or to light a spark for new dino interests! The pictures are vibrant and interesting, and there is even a find the fossil picture where kids can test their skills at spotting fossils. Definitions for the scientific and more advanced words are also provided, making this great for all ages."
–Becky Rasmussen, Teacher
"I learned so much about dinosaurs and the search for their remains and hidden stories in Kelly Milner Halls' book! Beautifully illustrated pages and pictures reveal to readers the painstaking research that's involved in trying to find and identify dinosaur bones and fragments of bones. It was fascinating to learn how paleontologists work together to share theories and ideas about important finds. Young readers (and old!) will get excited and want to join the search for dinosaur fossils!"
–Susan Hutchens, Teacher