Where did the first cells come from? Why did creatures first crawl out of the ocean? Why do humans have tailbones? This beautifully illustrated, highly accessible book invites young readers to discover the extraordinary true story of evolution: from DNA, to dinosaurs, to the diversity of life today. The answers to some of the very biggest questions are given in clear, easy-to-understand language, which is underpinned with rigorous scientific accuracy. Explore one of the most incredible ideas in modern science: how a simple principle - natural selection - has given rise to the mind-boggling diversity of life on Earth today. A perfect gift for children aged 8 and up.