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American Mastodon
By Kathryn Clay
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The American mastodon thundered through the Ice Age. With its powerful tusks and large size, few predators challenged this prehistoric beast. Readers learn about this mighty plant eater from engaging text and bold illustrations reviewed by Smithsonian experts.
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Kathryn Clay
Kathryn Clay has written more than 40 nonfiction children’s books about everything from dancing to dinosaurs. She also teaches college writing courses. She has a Master’s of Arts in Literature from Minnesota State University, Mankato. Kathryn lives in southern Minnesota with her husband and daughter.
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