Tyrannosaurus Was a Beast

by Jack Prelutsky

On Sale: 03/31/1992

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Tyrannosaurus Was a Beast

by Jack Prelutsky

illustrated by Arnold Lobel

On Sale: 03/31/1992

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"In an intriguing combination of fact with rollicking rhyme schemes and full-page portraits, the dinosaurs are rejuvenated once again to amuse and amaze their devoted fans....These poems are readable, quotable, and unforgettable....A wonderful book to savor--again and again."--Horn Book.

Product Details

ISBN: 9780688115692
ISBN 10: 0688115691
Imprint: Greenwillow Books
On Sale: 03/31/1992
Pages: 32
List Price:9.99 CAD
Ages: 4 to 8
BISAC1 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Prehistoric
BISAC2 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Animals / Dinosaurs & Prehistoric Creatures
BISAC3 : JUVENILE NONFICTION / Poetry / Humorous

Jack Prelutsky

Biography

Jack Prelutsky is the best-selling author of more than fifty books of poetry, including The New Kid on the Block, illustrated by James Stevenson, and Stardines Swim High Across the Sky, illustrated by Carin Berger. Jack Prelutsky lives in Washington State.

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Arnold Lobel

Biography

Arnold Lobel (1933–1987) illustrated many wonderful children’s books but is most beloved for his Frog and Toad stories, including the first one, Frog and Toad Are Friends, published in 1970. The books have garnered much acclaim, including a Caldecott Honor for Frog and Toad Are Friends and a Newbery Honor for Frog and Toad Together. These were followed by Frog and Toad All Year and Days with Frog and Toad.