Fossils: Clues to Ancient Life (Rocks, Minerals, and Resources) - Softcover

Arato, Rona

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0778714519 ISBN 13: 9780778714514

Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada, 2009

Synopsis

Ages 7 to 14 years. Chalk and amber are two forms of fossils that provide us with clues as to how life has evolved, both in the oceans and on land. Fossils takes a fascinating look at how and where fossils formed, types of fossils, and the history of palaeontology. Remarkable photographs and diagrams give children clues about how Earth's plant and animal life looked millions of years ago. Topics include: the discovery of dinosaur fossils, and the evolution of dinosaurs from reptiles to distinction; the age and location of extraordinary fossil finds, such as the woolly mammoth and fossilised humans; the methods that scientists use to discover, unearth, and date fossils; the damaging effect that burning fossil fuels has on our environment, as well as the dangers of oil and gas leaks; how the Leakey family's many fossil and tool discoveries have contributed to the fields of palaeontology and anthropology.

About this title

Synopsis

This book is intended for ages 7-14. Chalk and amber are two forms of fossils that provide us with clues as to how life has evolved, both in the oceans and on land. Fossils takes a fascinating look at how and where fossils formed, types of fossils, and the history of palaeontology. Remarkable photographs and diagrams give children clues about how Earth's plant and animal life looked millions of years ago. The topics include: the discovery of dinosaur fossils, and the evolution of dinosaurs from reptiles to distinction; the age and location of extraordinary fossil finds, such as the woolly mammoth and fossilised humans; the methods that scientists use to discover, unearth, and date fossils; the damaging effect that burning fossil fuels has on our environment, as well as the dangers of oil and gas leaks; and, how the Leakey family's many fossil and tool discoveries have contributed to the fields of palaeontology and anthropology.

About the Author

Rona Arato has published eleven children's books including Working for Freedom: the Story of Josiah Henson. Her books have been nominated for numerous awards. Courage and Compassion: Ten Canadians Who Made a Difference received the OLA's Golden Oak award for 2011. She lives in Markham, Ontario.

Edition details

• Publisher: Crabtree Publishing Co,Canada
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0778714519
• ISBN 13: 9780778714514
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32