How Not To Go Extinct (The Science of Staying Alive on Planet Earth)

On Earth, survival is the name of the game. MinuteEarth is here to help you discover the secrets--and science--of staying alive!

Dinosaurs may be pretty epic, but some creatures are even cooler. Want to know why? Because while 99 percent of known species in the history of this planet--even the mighty T. rex!--have gone extinct, there's a powerful 1 percent that have beaten the odds and survived.

If you've picked up this book, you must be a species hoping to stick around on this beautiful yet brutal planet. Don't worry: Whether you have claws, stems, fins, or thumbs, this survival guide will let you in on the strategies that have helped successful species survive and thrive, from birds that spy on their rivals to plants that slurp fog straight from the air.

If you want to make it on Earth, be ready to think outside the box, and even get a little weird! It's time to discover how NOT to go extinct.

Through full-color illustrations brimming with personality, splashy facts, and scientifically rigorous but accessible language, MinuteEarth invites young readers to dip their toes into great big concepts while being entertained in the process. Includes a glossary, sources, and index.

For readers who love:
Books about science, animals, and the environment
Funny and informative nonfiction
YouTube science videos
Fun facts and trivia