Discover more books

The world of dinosaurs

By Michael Willmer Forbes Tweedie

Fossils reveal how mighty dinosaurs lived—but what caused their sudden disappearance?

informative · fascinating · prehistoric · educational

Genres

Non-fiction Animals Nature

What is The world of dinosaurs about?

Take a journey into the prehistoric world of dinosaurs, from their first appearance to their disappearance millions of years ago. This informative book explains how palaeontologists use fossils to uncover clues about dinosaur bodies, behaviour, habitats and diets. Meet a variety of remarkable species, including plant-eaters and powerful predators, and discover how changing environments shaped their lives. Written in a clear, engaging style, it introduces young readers to the science of palaeontology and the fascinating history of life on Earth.

About the author

Michael Willmer Forbes Tweedie was a naturalist, archaeologist and author who loved discovering the amazing animals of South-East Asia. He worked at the Raffles Museum in Singapore, where he studied wildlife and shared his knowledge with others. His books include The World of Dinosaurs, Malaysian Animal Life and Sea Shells. Through clear writing and fascinating facts, Tweedie helped young readers explore nature, from tiny insects to giant prehistoric creatures, and encouraged them to look closely at the wonderful world around them.

Pages

143 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

This edition

1977

Celebrate every book your child reads

Keep track of the books they've read on Pageticker and watch their reading journey grow.

Pageticker

Ready to get started?

Join thousands of readers discovering their next favourite book