Describes the formation of fossils and their role in revealing the nature of prehistoric life to scientists.

Packed with striking photography, Eyewitness Fossil explores the creatures and plants that lived long ago. Become an eyewitness to the natural treasures found in rocks in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of all things fossils. Children will be mesmerized by the bones, teeth, and plants from long ago that have all been turned to rock. This beautifully illustrated guide for kids aged 9+ gives an insight into how paleontologists...

How do fossils form? In this Fossils title, readers will learn the answer to that question along with its causes, processes, effects, and why it is important. They will also be introduced to Mary Anning, a paleontologist. Bright, full-page photos fill the book, with easy-to-read text. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Applied to STEM Concepts of Learning Principles. Sandcastle is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division...

Fossils give us a window to the past. Water, sediments, and pressure work together over time to preserve the shape of things that lived long ago. Studying these ancient plants and animals tells us more about our own existence. Have you ever searched for fossils? Unearth some in this book. -From the publisher.

Provides an introduction to fossils, discussing how they are formed, where they are found, and how paleontologists study and analyze them.

Describes how the bones of a dinosaur became fossilized, were discovered by a paleontologist, and were ultimately displayed in a museum.

Describes the characteristics of amphibian fossils, discusses how they are formed, and details how paleontologists determine fossil age.

Deinonychus was part of the dromaeosaur family of dinosaurs, which are often called raptors. It was one of the smartest dinosaurs that ever lived. Learn more about this remarkable reptile in Deinonychus, a Mighty Dinosaurs book.

"In graphic novel format, text and illustrations explain how fossils teach us about the dinosaurs"--Provided by the publisher.

Discusses the connection between modern and ancient insects and looks at several examples of insect fossils preserved in sediment, amber, and tar.