Includes bibliographical references (page 30) and index.
Summary
"We think of dinosaurs as big and ferocious. Yet the name Compsognathus means 'pretty jaw!' Learn about this strange little dinosaur, from its life in the Jurassic period millions of years ago to the first discovery of its delicate fossil in Germany. Additional features to enhance comprehension include informative sidebars, a glossary of key words and phrases, sources for further research, a Did-You-Know section, and an overview of the geologic time scale"--Publisher description.
Contents
An afternoon nap -- What is a Compsognathus? -- Who discovered Compsognathus? -- What were those other bones? -- The world of Compsognathus -- Plenty to learn about Compsognathus.