Sabertooths and the Ice Age

Reach for this book when your child is asking endless questions about the prehistoric past or wants to know if the creatures from their favorite adventure stories were actually real. This nonfiction companion to the Magic Tree House series bridges the gap between fantasy and science, providing factual context for the world of the Ice Age. It serves as a perfect transition for young readers who are moving from picture books to information-heavy texts. The book explores the daily lives of early humans, the biology of extinct megafauna like the woolly mammoth, and the harsh realities of a frozen landscape. With themes of survival, scientific inquiry, and environmental change, it fosters a sense of wonder about the natural world. It is highly appropriate for the 7 to 10 age range, offering digestible chapters that build confidence in independent readers while satisfying a deep curiosity about history.