Smithsonian prehistoric zone

Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the enormous Apatosaurus. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital statistics about Apatosaurus.

This book tells the story of Pteranodon. During the late Cretaceous period, between 89 and 80 million years ago, one of the largest flying reptiles to exist flew in the skies. Its large wingspan and short tail made it very agile so it could turn or dive quickly. Its head could measure nearly six feet (two meters) long and on the back of its head grew a magnificent crest.

This book tells the story of Spinosaurus, a dinosaur with large jaws, sharp teeth, and a huge sail on its back that stood six feet tall. Around 40 feet long, it was one of the largest meat eaters. Spinosaurus lived during the late Cretaceous period around 95 million years ago.

Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of Triceratops, a dinosaur that was heavier than a present day elephant. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital statistics about Triceratops.

Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the mighty Tyrannosaurus rex. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital statistics about the Tyrannosaurus rex.

Realistic illustrations highlight this story about a day in the life of the woolly mammoth. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, information sections give all the vital statistics about the woolly mammoth.