Author: Dan R. Lynch
Publisher: Adventure Publications
ISBN: 1591939402
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
Dig into the history of life with this children’s introduction to paleontology, complete with an identification section and “how to” instructions. As incredible as it sounds, fossils are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Become a young paleontologist. Learn all about ancient lifeforms preserved in rock. Dan R. Lynch, author of many Rocks & Minerals field guides, presents a kids’ introduction to fossils. 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: crinoids, snail shells, shark teeth, and more. With full-color photographs and illustrations, you’ll always know what to look for. A “how to” section includes the details your family needs to begin a successful fossil hunt. You’ll also get information on everything from rock shop fossils and rules of collecting to dinosaur fossils and more. So learn to find, identify, and even collect the petrified forms of ancient organisms. Whether children see their first fossil at a museum or find their own fossil seashells, this easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners. Inside You’ll Find “How to” section, including details on what to look for and where to look The basics of paleontology and how fossils formed Rules about what you can and can’t collect Identification guide to common and collectible invertebrate fossils, such as trilobites, as well as common rock shop finds
Fossils for Kids
Author: Dan R. Lynch
Publisher: Adventure Publications
ISBN: 1591939402
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
Dig into the history of life with this children’s introduction to paleontology, complete with an identification section and “how to” instructions. As incredible as it sounds, fossils are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Become a young paleontologist. Learn all about ancient lifeforms preserved in rock. Dan R. Lynch, author of many Rocks & Minerals field guides, presents a kids’ introduction to fossils. 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: crinoids, snail shells, shark teeth, and more. With full-color photographs and illustrations, you’ll always know what to look for. A “how to” section includes the details your family needs to begin a successful fossil hunt. You’ll also get information on everything from rock shop fossils and rules of collecting to dinosaur fossils and more. So learn to find, identify, and even collect the petrified forms of ancient organisms. Whether children see their first fossil at a museum or find their own fossil seashells, this easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners. Inside You’ll Find “How to” section, including details on what to look for and where to look The basics of paleontology and how fossils formed Rules about what you can and can’t collect Identification guide to common and collectible invertebrate fossils, such as trilobites, as well as common rock shop finds
Publisher: Adventure Publications
ISBN: 1591939402
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 293
Book Description
Dig into the history of life with this children’s introduction to paleontology, complete with an identification section and “how to” instructions. As incredible as it sounds, fossils are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Become a young paleontologist. Learn all about ancient lifeforms preserved in rock. Dan R. Lynch, author of many Rocks & Minerals field guides, presents a kids’ introduction to fossils. 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: crinoids, snail shells, shark teeth, and more. With full-color photographs and illustrations, you’ll always know what to look for. A “how to” section includes the details your family needs to begin a successful fossil hunt. You’ll also get information on everything from rock shop fossils and rules of collecting to dinosaur fossils and more. So learn to find, identify, and even collect the petrified forms of ancient organisms. Whether children see their first fossil at a museum or find their own fossil seashells, this easy-to-understand book is a perfect guide for beginners. Inside You’ll Find “How to” section, including details on what to look for and where to look The basics of paleontology and how fossils formed Rules about what you can and can’t collect Identification guide to common and collectible invertebrate fossils, such as trilobites, as well as common rock shop finds
Curious About Fossils
Author: Kate Waters
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
ISBN: 0448490196
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
"[Are] you curious where ... fossils came from-- and who found them? Dig into this book to discover more about [the] exciting clues to the past!"--Page 4 of cover.
Publisher: Grosset & Dunlap
ISBN: 0448490196
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
"[Are] you curious where ... fossils came from-- and who found them? Dig into this book to discover more about [the] exciting clues to the past!"--Page 4 of cover.
Fossils Tell Stories
Author: Yu-Ri Kim
Publisher: Big and SMALL
ISBN: 1925186164
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Describes fossils, how they were made, and what qualifies as a fossil.
Publisher: Big and SMALL
ISBN: 1925186164
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Describes fossils, how they were made, and what qualifies as a fossil.
The Fossil Book
Author: Gary E. Parker
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
ISBN: 0890514380
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Fossils have fascinated humans for centuries. From the smallest diatoms to the largest dinosaurs, finding a fossil is an exciting and rewarding experience. But where did they come from, and how long have they been around? These and many other questions are answered in this remarkable book.
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
ISBN: 0890514380
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 82
Book Description
Fossils have fascinated humans for centuries. From the smallest diatoms to the largest dinosaurs, finding a fossil is an exciting and rewarding experience. But where did they come from, and how long have they been around? These and many other questions are answered in this remarkable book.
Fossils Tell of Long Ago
Author: Aliki
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781531190132
Category : Paleontology
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
Explains how fossils are formed and what they tell us about the past.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781531190132
Category : Paleontology
Languages : en
Pages : 39
Book Description
Explains how fossils are formed and what they tell us about the past.
Dinosaur Lady
Author: Linda Skeers
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1728230489
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
A beautifully illustrated picture book biography of Mary Anning that will enlighten children about the discovery of the dinosaurs and the importance of female scientists, perfect for fans of The Girl Who Thought in Pictures Mary Anning loved scouring the beach near her home in England for shells and fossils. She fearlessly climbed over crumbling cliffs and rocky peaks, searching for new specimens. One day, something caught Mary's eye. Bones. Dinosaur Bones. Mary's discoveries rocked the world of science and helped create a brand-new field of study: paleontology. But many people believed women couldn't be scientists, so Mary wasn't given the credit she deserved. Nevertheless, Mary kept looking and learning more, making discoveries that reshaped scientific beliefs about the natural world. Educational backmatter includes a timeline of Mary Anning's life and lots of fantastic fossil facts! The perfect choice for parents and teachers looking for: Dinosaur books for kids 5-7 and kids books about fossils Feminist picture books about historical women, and daring books for girls Kids STEM books
Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN: 1728230489
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 43
Book Description
A beautifully illustrated picture book biography of Mary Anning that will enlighten children about the discovery of the dinosaurs and the importance of female scientists, perfect for fans of The Girl Who Thought in Pictures Mary Anning loved scouring the beach near her home in England for shells and fossils. She fearlessly climbed over crumbling cliffs and rocky peaks, searching for new specimens. One day, something caught Mary's eye. Bones. Dinosaur Bones. Mary's discoveries rocked the world of science and helped create a brand-new field of study: paleontology. But many people believed women couldn't be scientists, so Mary wasn't given the credit she deserved. Nevertheless, Mary kept looking and learning more, making discoveries that reshaped scientific beliefs about the natural world. Educational backmatter includes a timeline of Mary Anning's life and lots of fantastic fossil facts! The perfect choice for parents and teachers looking for: Dinosaur books for kids 5-7 and kids books about fossils Feminist picture books about historical women, and daring books for girls Kids STEM books
Figuring Out Fossils
Author: Sally M. Walker
Publisher: LernerClassroom
ISBN: 1467707910
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
This book describes the process through which fossils are created, and what we can learn from them.
Publisher: LernerClassroom
ISBN: 1467707910
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 44
Book Description
This book describes the process through which fossils are created, and what we can learn from them.
Dinosaur Bones
Author: Bob Barner
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452104085
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
With a lively rhyming text and vibrant paper collage illustrations, author-artist Bob Barner shakes the dust off the dinosaur bones found in museums and reminds us that they once belonged to living, breathing creatures. Filled with fun dinosaur facts (a T. Rex skull can weigh up to 750 pounds!) and an informational "Dinometer," Dinosaur Bones is sure to make young dinosaur enthusiasts roar with delight.
Publisher: Chronicle Books
ISBN: 1452104085
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 18
Book Description
With a lively rhyming text and vibrant paper collage illustrations, author-artist Bob Barner shakes the dust off the dinosaur bones found in museums and reminds us that they once belonged to living, breathing creatures. Filled with fun dinosaur facts (a T. Rex skull can weigh up to 750 pounds!) and an informational "Dinometer," Dinosaur Bones is sure to make young dinosaur enthusiasts roar with delight.
Barnum's Bones
Author: Tracey Fern
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1466816287
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Barnum Brown's (1873-1963) parents named him after the circus icon P.T. Barnum, hoping that he would do something extraordinary--and he did! As a paleonotologist for the American Museum of Natural History, he discovered the first documented skeleton of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, as well as most of the other dinosaurs on display there today. An appealing and fun picture book biography, with zany and stunning illustrations by Boris Kulikov, BARNUM'S BONES captures the spirit of this remarkable man. Barnum's Bones is one The Washington Post's Best Kids Books of 2012.
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux (BYR)
ISBN: 1466816287
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 40
Book Description
Barnum Brown's (1873-1963) parents named him after the circus icon P.T. Barnum, hoping that he would do something extraordinary--and he did! As a paleonotologist for the American Museum of Natural History, he discovered the first documented skeleton of the Tyrannosaurus Rex, as well as most of the other dinosaurs on display there today. An appealing and fun picture book biography, with zany and stunning illustrations by Boris Kulikov, BARNUM'S BONES captures the spirit of this remarkable man. Barnum's Bones is one The Washington Post's Best Kids Books of 2012.
Dinosaur Fossils
Author: Leonie Bennett
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597165557
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Brief text and illustrations introduce different types of fossils and discuss their importance.
Publisher: Bearport Publishing
ISBN: 1597165557
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
Languages : en
Pages : 28
Book Description
Brief text and illustrations introduce different types of fossils and discuss their importance.