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How Do Fossils Form?

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Explore Compression Fossils Using Nature's Materials!

Collect natural materials such as leaves, flowers, grass, etc. Press these materials into mud or clay to mimic compression fossils.

Science Seed

A compression fossil is a type of fossil preserved in sedimentary rock that has undergone physical compression. Over time, pressure from the layers above compresses the material, leaving a flat, detailed imprint in the rock. This type of fossilization preserves fine details like veins in leaves or the shapes of delicate flowers, but the organic material is often replaced or lost, leaving only the impression behind. It is one of the most common ways to find plant materials preserved

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earn Badges

Badges can be earned through hands-on experiences within each of the 16 branches of science, or “Science Slices.” You can earn a badge in each branch of science by doing four activities in these categories. We also encourage participants to keep a Nature Journal to record their memories, and to express themselves creatively through writing or drawing after each activity. We recommend that each child (and parent if they’d like) write or draw in a journal after each activity, with expectations of your children that match their age (the goal is self-expression, not perfection).

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join Families in Nature

It is our vision to inspire all families to fall in love with nature and foster the next generation of conservationists. Becoming a member of Families in Nature will give your family the opportunity to have adventures in nature, experience field science, develop as youth conservation leaders, and make memories that will last a lifetime. Memberships are free for everyone.

Who are we?

Families in Nature works to create opportunities for nature connection with the purpose of sparking a deep love and desire to protect, conserve and restore the environment. Our mission is to connect children and their families to nature and to each other through time spent learning, playing, and volunteering outdoors. It is our vision to inspire ALL families to fall in love with nature and foster the next generation of conservationists.

This project was made possible by HEB.