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Berkowitz, Jacob

Jurassic Poop: What Dinosaurs (and Others) Left Behind

40 pp. | Kids Can | September, 2006 | Trade ISBN 1-55337-860-1 $14.95 | Paper ISBN 1-55337-867-9 $6.95
(3) 4-6 Illustrated by Steve Mack. Just the right humor permeates this scientific introduction to coprolites, or trace fossils of ancient animal feces, including those of dinosaurs. A lively combination of history, field techniques, and brief biographies, the text clearly explains terms such as lithify through definitions, anecdotes, photographs, and cartoon-style illustrations. Headings such as "Who dung it?" lead to brief test-your-knowledge questions. Glos., ind.
Reviewer: Frieda F. Bostian

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