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Fossils in Our Backyard
// Lesson Two

Fossils in Our Backyard

In this engaging sensory activity, children will learn what fossils are, who studies them and how they are unearthed and examined. They will have the opportunity to participate in a prepared "dig" in their sandbox and learn to handle scientific tools. Extension activities are included for the art center and sensory play.

Materials:

  • Sand Table
  • Plastic Dinosaur bones
  • Paint Brushes
  • Magnifying glass (from rock kit)
  • Fossil Assortment