Fossils for Kids

Start Your Fossil Collection with This Simple Guide!

As incredible as it sounds, fossils are all around us, waiting to be discovered. Become a young paleontologist. Learn to find, identify, and even collect the petrified forms of ancient organisms. Dan R. Lynch, author of many field guides, presents an introduction to paleontology in this easy-to-understand guide.

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, illustrations, and range maps, you'll always know what to look for and where to look. A "how to" section includes the details your family needs to begin a successful fossil hunt.