Megalosaurus

Marc Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index.; Introduces young readers to Megalosaurus, including physical characteristics, habitat, diet, behavior, and fossil discovery--; Provided by publisher.; Ages 4-7; K to grade 3. Publisher Marketing: Megalosaurus was the very first dinosaur ever found in fossils. The discovery of this "Great Lizard" introduced the world to prehistoric monsters that once roamed the earth. Vibrant images, accompanied by colorful maps, fun facts, and engaging text supported by Smithsonian experts, transports readers back in time. Contributor Bio:  Lee, Sally Sally Lee is the author of numerous nonfiction books for readers from kindergarten through high school. Her interest in children s literature began at the University of Missouri where she received her degree in education. Her years of teaching gave her desire to help children learn. When she left the classroom to raise her own son and daughter, writing nonfiction became a way to continue educating children. Her favorite part of writing nonfiction is doing research. It reminds her of a treasure hunt, especially when it uncovers off-beat facts that nobody else knows. It also satisfies her own curiosity about the world. Sally and her husband live in Dallas, Texas, with their children and grandchildren nearby.