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Fossil

By Dr Paul David Taylor
Series: DK Eyewitness
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Fossil by Dr Paul David Taylor is a delightful children's book that introduces young readers to the fascinating world of palaeontology. It follows the thrilling discovery of fossils, providing insights into ancient life and the scientific processes involved in uncovering these prehistoric remnants. Packed with colourful illustrations and engaging facts, the story aims to educate and inspire curiosity about our planet's history in a fun and accessible way.
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You might enjoy this book if you have a young explorer at home fascinated by dinosaurs and prehistoric life. It offers a captivating journey into the world of fossils, blending stunning visuals with engaging facts that spark curiosity and wonder. Whether you're reading it together or your child is delving into it solo, it's a delightful way to inspire a love for science and history.

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Discover the natural treasures to be found in rocks and find out about the creatures and plants that lived long ago.

Find shells, bones, teeth, and plants, all turned to rock, and learn how they tell a story of a long-lost world that existed before modern people.

Learn how fossils form and how palaeontologists dig to find out about ancient life forms. See a shell with a precious coating, find out which type of early human lived 1 million years ago, and discover similarities between ichthyosaurs and modern-day dolphins.

DK Eyewitness Fossil is crammed full of fascinating information, statistics, and facts. Stunning photography, diagrams, and lots of examples of fossils will help you to learn what can be discovered around the world. Learn why some fossils lead to new discoveries about the past.

Part of the best-selling DK Eyewitness series, which is now getting an exciting makeover, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new "eyewitness" feature—fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.

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Book Details

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ISBN: 9780241652770

Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 December 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: DK Children

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 12.0mm

Width: 223.0mm

Height: 288.0mm

Weight: 626g

Pages: 72

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