Megatherium

Megatherium was one of the biggest ground sloths that ever existed. This 'great beast' weighed between 3 and 4 tons and was enormous compared to its modern-day relatives, the tree sloths. Read Megatherium to find out more about this huge creature, as well as to learn interesting facts about other ancient ground sloths. The Exploring Dinosaurs and Prehistoric Creatures series is the first stepping-stone in developing a child's knowledge of prehistoric natural history. By learning about the incredible creatures of the past, readers begin to understand modern-day animals as well as the delicate balance of the world's environments. From the habitats of prehistory to the fossil hunters of the early twentieth century and the revolutionary discoveries of today, these books present a wealth of information about dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures, how they were discovered, and the mysteries of their ancient worlds.