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Science Comics Prehistoric Mammals From the Jurassic to the Ice Age by Joe Flood

by Joe Flood

Book Details

Publisher:First Second Books
Published:2026-04-21
Pages:129
Format:paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1250868424

Reading Info

Age Range:8-12

About This Book

Learn how mammals survived the test of time in this volume of Science Comics, the smash-hit STEM graphic novel series that has sold over a million copies! Mammals are survivorsβ€”when dinosaurs went extinct, they survived. From lush jungles to deep oceans to sweltering deserts, mammals now dominate nearly every environment on Earth. But how did they do it? Take a trip back in time and discover how extreme changes in climate have pushed mammals to evolve new traits, including hooves, claws, tusks,

Our Review

This graphic novel takes young readers on an incredible journey through evolutionary history, revealing how mammals adapted and thrived through Earth's most dramatic climate shifts. Through vivid illustrations and compelling storytelling, children will discover how mammals survived the dinosaur extinction and gradually developed specialized traits like hooves, claws, and tusks. The book explores diverse habitats from ancient jungles to modern oceans, showing how different species evolved to dominate nearly every environment on our planet. This engaging science comic makes complex evolutionary concepts accessible and exciting for middle-grade readers.

What sets this educational graphic novel apart is its dynamic visual approach to explaining mammalian adaptation and survival strategies. The combination of detailed artwork and clear scientific explanations helps children understand how environmental pressures drive evolutionary change over millions of years. Young naturalists and curious minds will be captivated by the story of mammalian resilience and the fascinating adaptations that allowed these creatures to flourish. This STEM-focused adventure not only teaches important biological concepts but inspires wonder about the natural world's incredible capacity for transformation.

Themes

Juvenile Nonfiction

Subjects

Juvenile Nonfiction