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Digging into Fossils and Rocks
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Digging into Fossils and Rocks
What do you already know about fossils?
What will we learn today?
At the end of the lesson you will know how fossils form and where we find them.
What is a Fossil?
A fossil is the remains or imprint of a plant or animal from long ago, found in rocks.
Where Do We Find Fossils?
Fossils are usually found in rocks, deep under the ground.
What Do Fossils Look Like?
Fossils can look like bones, shells, leaves or footprints, all turned to stone.
How Old Are Fossils?
Fossils are very old. Some are from animals and plants that lived millions of years ago.
It All Starts with a Living Thing
When a plant or animal dies, it can get covered by mud or sand.
Covered Up! What Happens Next?
More layers of mud and sand pile on top, squashing everything below.
Turning into Stone
After many years, the remains slowly turn hard, like rock. Now a fossil is made!
Footprints and Imprints
Sometimes only marks, like footprints or leaves, are left behind and become fossils too.
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Digging Up Fossils
Scientists called palaeontologists dig carefully to find fossils in the ground.
Why Are Fossils Important?
Fossils help us learn about animals and plants that lived a long time ago.
Where Can We See Fossils?
Many fossils are shown in museums so we can look at them and learn.
Let’s Remember
Fossils come from living things. They form when remains are buried and turn to stone.
Can You Spot the Fossil?
Look at some pictures of rocks. Can you find the fossil? (Class activity)
