ichthyosaurs
 

The story of Mary Anning

the Mother of Paleontology

 

 
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Award-Winning Author and Journalist Michele C. Hollow brings to life the accomplishments of one of history’s most amazing individuals. Mary Anning, at the age of 12, made a discovery that would change science and how we see our place in the natural world. Scorned for being a self-educated girl who challenged the scientific community, she became the “Mother of Paleontology.” Jurassic Girl, from Ulysses Press, will inspire all who read it to explore the world around them and to unearth their buried potential.

 Mary Anning and her dog Trey

Mary Anning and her dog Trey. The statue is located near the Lyme Regis Museum. 


 

Where to Purchase/Order

Jurassic Girl: The Adventures of Mary Anning is available at local bookstores, Amazon.com, Bookshop.org, Barnes and Noble, and other bookstores here in the U.S. and in Europe and Canada.
You can find a link here: https://ulyssespress.com/books/jurassic-girl/

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Why

“When I first heard about Mary Anning
I wanted to learn more.
When I learned about her,
I knew I had to share her adventures.
I hope you enjoy reading about Mary
as much as I loved writing her story.”

--Michele C. Hollow

Mary Anning

Discover the fascinating life of 12-year-old Mary Anning, a fossil hunter who would grow up to be a famous paleontologist, in this historical fiction book for children interested in learning about dinosaurs, fossils, and women in STEM.

At age 12, Mary Anning found the first ichthyosaurus, a lizard/fish-like creature from the Jurassic Period. It was more than 17 feet long. But according to many of the men in London’s Geological Society, the fossil could not be real due to several reasons:
• Mary was female.
• She was 12 years old.
• She had no formal education.
• She was poor.
This story follows Mary and her journey with the ichthyosaurus and offers a look into the childhood of someone who would eventually become the “Mother of Paleontology.” Featuring friendships, fossils, and found family, Mary Anning’s tale is sure to inspire young readers and scientists alike!