I am Hatzegopteryx (I Am Prehistoric) - Softcover

Tim Bradley

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1643518216 ISBN 13: 9781643518213

Publisher: Arbordale Publishing, LLC, 2021

Synopsis

Can you imagine swooping through the air like Hatzegopteryx, a giant of the ancient skies? Hatzegopteryx (hatz\-eh\-GOP\-ter\-iks) was one of the largest pterosaurs that ever lived; about the size of a small airplane. I am Hatzegopteryx, the second book in Arbordale Publishings I am Prehistoric series, gives children a glimpse into the life of the awesome Hatzegopteryx, from tiny chick to majestic winged predator, and how it made its living. Unlike many pterosaurs, this one was a terrestrial carnivore, spending its time hunting prey on land. Just like todays animals, prehistoric creatures had adaptations and behaviors that helped them survive in their habitata environment that was in some ways quite different from what we see around us today.

About this title

About the Author

It's said that people know the most about dinosaurs when they are 4 years old or have a 4—year old child — unless they get a degree in paleontology! Author and illustrator Timothy J. Bradley might be the exception to this rule with his paleontology related books and illustrations. In addition to I am Hatzegopteryx, Tim also wrote and illustrated I am Allosaurus for Arbordale. Tim's books have earned awards and accolades from reviewers including The Horn Book, School Library Journal, Kirkus Reviews, and Booklist.

Reviews

K-Gr 2-The second book in the "I Am Prehistoric" series has all the high action appeal that beginning readers who are enthralled by dinosaurs will love. This book shares information about the pterosaur Hatzegopteryx. Appearance, diet, and other basic scientific facts about this fascinating creature are presented in a format suitable for younger readers. Fierce dinosaur action with vivid illustrations that leap off the page will transport kids to prehistoric times. What makes this a strong title is that it is also pitch- perfect for emerging readers. Though sentences are all three words long, they feature unusual but highly effective verbs not often seen in this format. For example, when Hatzegopteryx captures another dinosaur for a meal, the sentences that accompany the open-mouthed, ready-to-dine creature are, " I am Hatzegopteryx. I can gulp." Back matter provides more information that can make this text very useful for the classroom. Fascinating and informative. VERDICT A standout addition to the nonfiction section for dinosaurs, and a welcome choice for emergent readers who like dinosaur action.-John Scott, Baltimore County P.S.α(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Edition details

• Publisher: Arbordale Publishing, LLC
• Publication date: 2021
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1643518216
• ISBN 13: 9781643518213
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32