The perfect introduction for the young scientist curious about paleontology!
Dig into the history of life and become a young paleontologist with this children’s introduction to paleontology! Begin by learning about the early Earth and the process of fossilization. That’s followed by an identification guide to the most common and collectible fossils such as crinoids, snail shells, shark teeth, and more. Learn all about ancient lifeforms preserved in rock. As incredible as it sounds, fossils are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Learn how to find, identify, and even collect the petrified forms of ancient organisms. A “how to” section includes the details your family needs to begin a successful fossil hunt! You’ll learn what to look for, where to look, and what you are can and can’t collect.
This easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners to the basics of paleontology.
Full-color photographs and illustrations
Paperback
Topics include:
- All About Fossils
- Types of Fossils
- Fossils, Then and Now
- About Rocks
- How Do Bones and Plants Get Inside Rocks?
- Cells and Fossilization
- Other Ways Fossils Can Form
- What Are Fossils Made Out Of?
Ages 6-12 years
