Passing on Paleontology to the Next Generation

[patelinho7]

My violin professor organizes (or more correctly has me organize ) social events for his students. Today, we’re going on a hike, and he’s bringing his kids (6 and 8 y/o). His son adores marine biology. The last few times his son spent time with us, he rattled off marine biology facts at super speed to whoever would listen. Reminded me of me… In any case, today, I’m giving him some shark teeth from my collection. It makes me super proud to pass my love along to a kid who reminds me of when I was a kid! I’m hoping he gets hooked . I’ve told my professor about the paleo stuff I do, and he’s told his son, who really wants me to take him fossil hunting some day. Hoping I can inspire him to cultivate his interests!

[Tidgy's Dad]

Nice.

Give him a brachiopod or two and he'll be addicted for life.

[patelinho7]

6 hours ago, Tidgy's Dad said:

Nice.

Give him a brachiopod or two and he'll be addicted for life.

if only I had a brachiopod to give … sounds like my collection needs an upgrade and I need a trip out to West Virginia!