Find fossils and follow the footsteps of prehistoric giants by learning how to become a dino detective! Packed with bitesize information and fun facts about the age of dinosaurs, Dino Detective In Training will tell you all about the creatures that once roamed Earth - their habitats, how they survived, how they became extinct, and if dinosaurs are still alive today.

Discover the life and career of a palaeontologist - what they do and how you could unearth a T-rex fossil. Find out how planet Earth has changed, the different types of rock you'll need to recognise and where fossils are likely to be found. Written by Tracey Turner, Dino Detective In Training is full of fun and practical activities that support learning, with the humorous illustrations making the content truly accessible.

Step into the shoes of a paleontologist! Find out all about the age of dinosaurs and how you could become a dino detective.

About the Author

Tracey Turner has written more than 70 books (including Dino Detective In Training and Coder in Training), most of them for children, on subjects including inventions, the universe, famous writers, rude words and deadly perils. Many have sold foreign rights all over the world, and some have become bestsellers. She is also an editor, and commissioned and edited the Horrible Histories series for many years. She lives in Bath, UK, with Tom and their son, Toby.

Sarah Lawrence lives and works in Worthing, England with her young daughter, who is a daily source of inspiration. Since graduating in 2006, Sarah has worked in children's publishing, both in-house and freelance. She creates bright and engaging digital illustrations using Illustrator and Photoshop. In her free time, Sarah loves to paint, play guitar and bake cakes. But not all at once.

Book Information
ISBN 9780753445990
Author Tracey Turner
Format Paperback
Page Count 48
Imprint Kingfisher Books Ltd
Publisher Pan Macmillan
Weight(grams) 200g
Dimensions(mm) 257mm * 207mm * 5mm