Make-a-Saurus (Dinosaur Crafts S.) - Softcover

Cooley, Brian

9781550376449: Make-a-Saurus (Dinosaur Crafts S.)

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1550376446 ISBN 13: 9781550376449

Publisher: Annick Press Ltd, 2000

Reveals how paleontologists established that some dinosaurs had feathers, explains how the author gathers information before building feathered dinosaur models, and supplies step-by-step model-building instructions.

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Review:

Though Cooley explains how science informs his designs, the text is primarily focused on art. Young model makers are encouraged to use their imaginations ... A well-researched, multifaceted offering.--Lynda Ritterman"School Library Journal" (09/01/2000) This engaging book informs readers about new discoveries in paleontology, how museum artists work, how to make non-carved sculptures, and how to adapt these techniques at home ... Young model makers are encouraged to use their imaginations ... A well-researched, multifaceted offering.--Lynda Ritterman"School Library Journal" (09/01/2000) This is a great how-to book with wonderful insight into the twin worlds of art and science. Make-a-Saurus will appeal to all age groups, while providing ideas for projects suitable for upper elementary and middle school students. Art and science teachers will appreciate the unique blending of science and art careers.--Teresa F. Bettac"Science Books and Films" (05/01/2001) The dinosaur [curriculum] unit is looking bigger, better, and more ferocious than ever, thanks to Brian Cooley. Recommended.--Ian Stewart"Canadian Materials" (04/27/2001)

About the Author:

Brian Cooley, one of the world's top dinosaur sculptors, developed a love of dinosaurs as a kid. He has been producing dinosaur models professionally for 17 years, and to date his work has appeared on the covers of two issues of "National Geographic." He has produced more that 30 models, many of which have toured the United States and Canada or are part of permanent displays at such institutions as the Academy of Natural Sciences in Philadelphia and the Royal Tyrrell Museum of Paleontology in Drumheller, Alberta.

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