Monday, December 6, 2010

Your Community

Think about the land around your community. How is it different from Alberta long ago?
(Hint: Do dinosaurs still live in Alberta?) Be sure to talk about other differences--not just about dinosaurs.

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

How Fossils Are Formed?

Watch this clip on fossils http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TVwPLWOo9TE
What would you do if you were Franny, the paleontologist, and found a fossil in your backyard?


How was this fossil formed in your backyard? (what are some steps it went through to become a fossil)

What can we learn from fossils?

Type a comment about what we can learn from fossils. Remember to use full sentences and respect others comments. You are allowed to make a comment now and if you think of another later, come back and add it to the list!

Why should we keep fossils in Alberta?

Type some comments why you think we should keep fossils that were found in Alberta in our province. Remember to use full sentences and respect others comments.