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Museum at Home: Geologic Time

Paleontology Preparator Meghan Newman shows us a timeline of important events in Earth's history. Grab these supplies and follow along at home!

Materials:

  • Measuring tool (tape measure, ruler, yard stick)
  • String
  • Paper
  • Pencils, crayons, or marker

You'll also want to have this chart handy:

Chart of geologic time for Museum at Home

 

If you're curious about this and want to learn more, ask a grown-up to help you research these words:

  • Geologic time
  • Absolute and relative dating
  • Fossil record