The Fossil Keeper’s Treasure

They say to never judge a book by its cover, but ‘The Fossil Keeper’s Treasure’ is as lovely inside as the outside hints it’s going to be! Not only is it visually appealing, there is a tactile element to the book as well, allowing readers to explore the embossed fossils by touching them.

Presented as a scrapbook, with short snippets of information scattered across the illustrations, the author shares the story behind ten fossil discoveries. The book begins with an explanation of what fossils are and how they are formed, including the different types of fossils which can be found, before focusing on each discovery in turn.

Information about the creature, the period in which it lived, the type of animal it was, the type of fossil found and how it was preserved is given. In most cases, details of the palaeontologist who made the discovery are also given, making this a treasure trove of information for anyone already fascinated by fossils and inspiring for any novices wishing to find out more.

A wonderful book to share or browse at leisure, ‘The Fossil Keeper’s Treasure’ is one to return to again and again!

The Fossil Keeper’s Treasure

Amy Atwater, illustrated by Natalia Cardozo

Magic Cat ISBN: 978-1917044127