Field Tools

Printable forms and reference guides for real-world exploring: beach walks, museum days, and backyard science.

Simple rule: observe first, then write one honest note about what you noticed. Help with spelling and reading is always allowed.

Core Tools

Print + Write Observation

A simple template for documenting a fossil, shell, or animal: where you found it, what you think it is, and why.

Identify Sharks

Compare crown shapes, serrations, and roots to make your best species guess.

Label + Sketch Shells

Sketch, label, and compare shells: aperture, spire, ribs, and wear patterns.

Big Picture Earth History

See when different fossils lived and where your finds fit into Earth’s story.

Story + Science Venice

The legend, the ancient seafloor history, and what makes Venice a shark-tooth hotspot.

A step-by-step process for measuring, comparing, and logging teeth (write proof in your notebook).

Use the live cam as an observation prompt: draw what you see and write one “headline.”