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Mud Fossils - Materials

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  1. Clayey soil (not sand)
  2. Twigs
  3. Fresh leaves
  4. Large margarine tubs (1 per group)
  5. Shells
  6. Water
  7. Dishpan
  8. Feathers (optional)
  9. Clean chicken bones (optional)
  10. Toothpicks (Thick, round ones work best)
  11. Other objects that can be used to pick at the fossils