How Does a Bone Become a Fossil?

Fossils hold secrets from millions of years ago, and this book shows young readers how ancient bones and other remains turn into stone over time. Through clear text and photographs, children learn about the step-by-step process of fossilization and discover how scientists dig up and study these ancient treasures. The book also explores why fossils of sea creatures can be found on dry land and how some fossils preserve delicate things like feathers. Curious kids interested in dinosaurs and prehistoric life will find answers to their questions about how we learn from the past.