Welcome to California, sixteen thousand years ago. A saber-toothed cat is waiting for prey.Perfect for beginning readers who love dinosaurs and prehistoric beasties, this clear and succinct introduction explains how we think saber-toothed cats lived, hunted, and became extinct. Full of interesting facts, new vocabulary, and compelling illustrations, kids are sure to enjoy poring over this thrilling and scientifically accurate adventure. Back matter explores other large-toothed predators and provides additional print, visual, and web resources.