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...

Highlights what a fossil is and how it is made.

Describes the fossilized remains of dinosaurs and what can be learned from them.

An introduction to fossils, discussing the different types, where they are found, and how they are made.

Examines a number of creatures considered to be "living fossils," meaning they do not look much or at all different today than did their ancient ancestors. Explores the characteristics, shapes, and life cycles of living fossils like the coelacanth fish, dragonflies, and horseshoe crabs.

Describes what fossils are, how they are formed, and what they teach us. Includes further resources, a glossary, and fossil profiles.

Presents a number of facts about dinosaur fossils and what they tell us about how dinosaurs looked and how they lived.

Plants and animals from millions of years ago left behind fossils. Fossils can teach people about the past. They are also used for fuel. Discover why fossils are an important part of nature.

"This book introduces readers to fossils"--Provided by publisher.

Mining the most recent paleontological advances, a paleobiologist recreates sixteen extinct worlds, rendered with a novelist's eye for detail and drama, showing up close the intricate relationships of these ancient worlds.