Visual Timelines Life On Earth From The First Cells To The Modern World

Written by award-winning author Anne Rooney, this highly visual full-colour hardback by is a thrilling ride through the history of life itself, from the evolution of the very first cells to the conquest of the ocean, land, and air. Packed with beautiful illustrations, this accessible guide uses timelines to help children understand the history of our planet in context. It breaks down how the extraordinary explosion of living things came about and explores how plants and animals adapted to new environments - even as they shaped the Earth itself! Each timeline picks out the major events of the era chronologically, creating a great way for children to reinforce their understanding of science and geography across the ages. Includes: • The origin of life • Life on land • The rise of dinosaurs • Human evolution Young readers can find out how this true-life tale lead to the extraordinary diversity of species in the modern world. An illuminating read for young people aged 8+.