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"In 1888, scientists searching for dinosaur bones found an enormous head like none they had ever seen before. They named it Triceratops, meaning 'three-horned face.' As they discovered more bones, they learned more and more about this 'new' dinosaur. With this book, you too can go back in time millions of years to explore the world of Triceratops. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and...

Describes the characteristics and probable behavior of this three-horned dinosaur, as well as theories about its extinction.

Travel millions of years back in time to meet the triceratops! Learn everything from what the triceratops looked like to what it ate, and even where their goliath fossils have been found today. Complete with a More Facts section and bolded glossary terms. Young readers will gather basic information about the triceratops through easy-to-read, simple text alongside colorful images! Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards....

Introduces triceratops, examining their physical characteristics, eating habits, and extinction.

Describes what has been learned about the physical features, behavior, and surroundings of the long-extinct triceratops.

Describes the characteristics and habits of the plant-eating dinosaur, as well as theories about why it became extinct.

"Gives young readers an up-close look at Triceratops and how its features helped it live"--Provided by publisher.

Describes a day in the life of the plant-eating triceratops, noting its behavior, environment, and physical characteristics.

"Learn all about Stegosaurus through carefully leveled text and easy-to-read infographics"--