fossils

An introduction to insect fossils, discussing where they are found, how they become fossils and more.

An introduction amphibian fossils, discussing how they are formed, where they have been found and more.

"The science museum is unveiling a new dinosaur skeleton, but the skeleton is one bone short of being complete. Curious George and his friend the man with the yellow hat must use clues to retrace their path and solve the mystery of the missing bone--before it's too late!"--Back cover.

Examines how rocks and fossils are formed, and explores various types of each.

A mixture of animation and live footage serves as a background for a narrated introduction to the history of the creation of the earth, the origin of life, and the evolution of the many species including early man.

In his accessible introduction to the study and meaning of fossils, the world-renowned paleontologist Richard Fortey provides a comprehensive guide to all aspects of fossils and their use in reconstructing the history of life on Earth. Extensively illustrated in full color throughout, this fifth edition of Fossils includes the most recent advances in our understanding of the fossil record and the significance of new fossil finds. Fortey clearly explains what fossils are, how they form, how to identify them, and how they help us to understand Earth's geological past and the emergence of life. Drawing on all the latest research, including recent developments in molecular paleontology, he discusses evolution and extinction, the economic uses of fossil-derived products such as oil and coal, and offers practical advice for making a fossil collection. Fossils will appeal to everyone who shares an interest in the history of life on our planet.

In the late nineteenth century, a budding romance develops between Rachel and Samuel, two teenagers from rival families of fossil hunters heading out to the badlands in seach of a rare dinosaur skeleton.

Follows dinosaur tracks around the world and the clues they provide to dinosaur movement and activity at the time the tracks were made.

Curious George and the man in the yellow hat help some scientists dig for dinosaur bones.

Learn about types of fossils, how they form, where they are found, and what they teach us about animals and plants.