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After brainstorming a list of necessary tools, have your child help gather them. You may find your child carrying them around the house in anticipation. Let him become comfortable with using the shovel and paintbrush in the backyard or in a pot. It will help him to be comfortable using them on the day of the dig.
Your child might suggest some of the following (or you can guide him to some you think are important):
| Materials: |
|---|
| Toothbrush |
| Toothpicks or skewers |
| Hat |
| Sunscreen |
| Water (for thirsty young paleontologists) |
| Paint brush |
| Camera – to record the dig and their findings |
| Small shovel |
| Magnifying glass |
| Bucket |
| Backpack or kid-friendly belt with hooks to carry all of the "tools" |
Gather all of the items beforehand so you won't need to look around for tools the morning of the dig.
September 12, 2008
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