Paleontology is the study of prehistoric life forms on Earth through the examination of plant and animal fossils. Paleontologists examine all sorts of interesting fossils, but arguably the coolest branch of paleontology is the one that focuses on dinosaurs!! Dinosaurs are reptiles from 248-65 million years ago that lived on land. The period they lived in is referred to as the Mesozoic Era. Dinosaur fossils have been found on every continent, even Antarctica!! Paleontologists look for fossils by looking for fossils lying on or sticking out of the ground. When they find something, they start digging to see what else is underground! Encourage your students’ interest in paleontology and dinosaurs by getting this great classroom dinosaur dig!! You and your students will get to practice your paleontology skills by digging up a 1:12 scale 30-piece fossil replica!! Trowels, brushes, stakes---everything you need to create your own dig!! This museum-quality T-Rex is a HUGE 3 feet long!! Specially aligned to US national science standards, this kit is a GREAT way to introduce your students to dinosaurs!! Features a guide with clear step-by-step instructions, lesson plans, AND reproducible worksheets, as well as a full-color T-Rex poster for the classroom!! The parts snap together, the base features plant fossils and support rods, the dig equipment comes with this---there’s not much more we need to say to convince you to get this, is there??!! An absolute MUST-HAVE for any teacher wanting to introduce the topic of dinosaurs and paleontology to their students in a cool and creative way! Guaranteed to make an impact on students, teachers, and parents alike!! Dirt not included.

Dig kit components include:
    • 30 snap-together parts
    • 20-page guide with step-by-step directions, lesson plans, and reproducible worksheets
    • fossil-embedded rock-like base with support rods
    • 16 dig stakes
    • 8 excavation trowels
    • 4 specimen brushes
    • 200 feet of dig tape
    • 2 giant posters
    • herbivorous dinosaur jawbone fragment

WARNING: Choking hazard due to small parts. Not for children under 3 years old.

Box Size: 22.00in (55.88cm) x 14.00in (35.56cm) x 6.00in (15.24cm)

Recommended for ages 8 and older.

Weight: 8 lb 4 oz ( 3.74 kg )