Marc Pattenden – illustratör

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Get to know more than 100 of the world's favourite dinosaurs and other prehistoric life forms with this essential illustrated introduction.This must-have first book on dinosaurs and other ancient creatures is filled with beautiful illustrations and storybook text on every page, perfect for early readers who want to know more about the life that once roamed our planet. The Bedtime Book of Dinosaurs and other Prehistoric Life includes the earliest life that appeared in the ocean, to the giant dinosaurs, and the wonderfully weird mammals that followed them. Children aged 3-5 can discover a huge variety of organisms that are shown within the three chapters, which cover the Paleozoic, Mesozoic, and Cenozoic eras. With old favourites, such as Tyrannosaurus and Triceratops, as well as new discoveries, including Yi and Changmiania, there is something for every young fan of the primeval world.Inside the pages of this exciting dinosaur book, you'll find:- An introduction to the essential information about each prehistoric species in a friendly, accessible way.- Beautiful and accurate illustrations combined with introductory reference text about a wide variety of dinosaurs and other ancient plants and animals.- Engaging text for young children that can be read aloud - perfect for parents, carers, and children to enjoy at bedtime. - A one-hit introduction to prehistoric life, featuring more than 100 animals - an essential addition to every 3-5 year old's library.This exciting dinosaur guide helps to develop an early understanding of the prehistoric world for little ones and clearly explains the key features of each animal or plant, as well as how to say their names. A timeless gift book, this is a must-have for parents, carers, and educators who want to introduce core dinosaur knowledge at a young age in a fun and engaging way.

It's fifty years since the first human set foot on the surface of the Moon! Walking on the Moon celebrates this 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing by helping young space fans what it was like to actually be there.Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.This is the first book in the Imagine You Were There... series, which celebrates events that changed the world and the people who made them happen.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.

Journey back in time to learn all about the incredible Moon landing mission in Imagine You Were There... Walking on the Moon. Follow the Apollo 11 Moon landing from beginning to end by putting yourself in the shoes of the incredible people who made it happen, from scientists and astronauts, to suit makers and even those watching at home – you'll truly feel like you were there!Blended with stunning photographs and captivating artwork, step-by-step details of events leading up to the mission are combined with eyewitness accounts and features on people who helped make the first Moon landing happen. A staggering 400,000 people, many of them working 'behind the scenes' at NASA, helped to achieve this historic milestone.Discover the wonder of history's most iconic events in the Imagine You Were There... series, celebrating events that changed the world and the amazing people who made them happen.