ALASKA DINOSAURS, MAMMOTHS & MORE!
By Ray Troll & Kirk Johnson
Meet the fascinating prehistoric animals who once roamed ancient Alaska. Filled with vibrant illustrations by beloved local artist Ray Troll and text by PBS host and Smithsonian paleobotanist Kirk Johnson, this picture book is perfect for curious kids ages 8 to 12, and dinophiles of all ages. Alaska Dinosaurs, Mammoths, and More features a timeline of prehistoric creatures that inhabited Alaska’s oceans and forests, a visually rich and informative map of Alaska fossils, and engaging profiles of captivating creatures like:
Thalattosaur, a needle-nosed sea lizard who lived more than 200 million years ago.
Desmostylian, a 20-million-year-old marine mammal who looked like a hippo but might be related to horses and rhinos.
Alaskacephale, whose almost entirely solid, bowling ball-shaped skulls probably allowed them to butt heads like modern-day bighorn sheep.
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Reviews:
“The dream team of Troll and Kirk have done it again with their collaboration on Alaska’s Dinosaurs, Mammoths, and More! This is a wonderfully illustrated and written book highlighting some of the state’s awesome ancient life. The book works its way through time, starting in the Triassic Period, 215 million years ago and goes right up to our current epoch, the Holocene. Now I just hope this is a series, I want a book for every state!”
—Kallie Moore, paleontologist and author of Tales of the Prehistoric World
“What a joy to explore Alaska’s rich fossil record in this stunning new book! I have never seen such a collection of art and stories that captures the unique animals and landscapes that define prehistoric Alaska.”
—Amy Atwater, paleontologist and author of The Fossil Keeper’s Treasures
“Ray and Kirk are the perfect combination. They are the peanut butter and jelly of paleontology.”
—Gary Staab, paleoartist, naturalist, and maker
“A captivating exploration of the prehistoric life that once thrived in Alaska. This is a great resource for sparking curiosity in young minds about the ancient world and the science behind paleontological discoveries.”
—Chad Richins, Readers’ Favorite
“This title is perfect for sparking a sense of wonder about Earth’s past and inspiring readers to learn more about the hidden stories beneath their feet.”
— Alana Jara, Booklist