seeking some assistance

[David Kohls <dkohls@xxxxxxx>]

Hello PaleoNet members--

Recently, I agreed to act as a mentor for two kids, one about to enter the
fourth grade and the other will soon go into the seventh grade.  Both have
wished to become paleontologists since they drew their first breaths.  My
dilemma is that I am neither a paleontologist nor a scientist and I need
some advice to chart a proper course of study and experiences that would be
most beneficial to these youngsters.  I should think that there is a
prescribed course to follow for one to attain some degree of understanding
of things paleontological, even for those of this young age. 

Would any of you have a minute to offer some ideas regarding how I ought to
direct these young intellectuals to help them reach their goals?  Any
suggestions regarding reading materials appropriate for that level would be
especially welcome.    I am looking for  direction which will endure through
the years, not just stuff for a summer's fun.  

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.  Thank you.

A bientot,


David

Caretaker of some Eocene insects and a fan of Wolfgang Amadeus...