Dinosaur Fossil Dig Kit – Life-Size T. Rex Claw & Ankylosaurus Spine (Ages 6+)
- Two life-size restored dinosaur fossil replicas: excavate one T. Rex claw and one Ankylosaurus spine from the digging block.
- Complete excavation tools: includes one wooden hammer, one chisel and one brush, so children can start the activity without extra digging tools.
- Display the finished finds: one display frame and two glue dots are included for arranging the cleaned replicas after excavation.
- Two-part instruction sheet: guides children through excavation and display while identifying the two dinosaur fossil forms and their time periods.
- Recommended for ages 6 and up: contains small parts and is not suitable for children under 3. Adult help is useful during setup and excavation.
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Product information
6.69×8.46×2.17 inches
2025 CATALOG AVAILABLE
Piano Potato Dig & Explore · SKU 10700167
Excavate two life-size dinosaur fossil replicas.
Dig through one block to uncover a T. Rex claw and an Ankylosaurus spine replica. Clean both pieces, mount them in the supplied display frame with the two glue dots, and use the instruction sheet to complete the project.

One excavation and display project
Dig the pieces out, clean them, and finish the framed display.
The activity continues after excavation. Children can compare the two restored forms, place each piece on its matching panel, and keep the finished frame as a record of the project.
Everything in the box
Every supplied item listed separately.
The product image identifies seven item groups. The quantities below are kept separate so the tools, display pieces, and learning material are easy to confirm.
Contains the T. Rex claw and Ankylosaurus spine replicas.
Use light tapping and short scraping movements around the hidden pieces.
Clears loose excavation material from the recovered replicas.
Holds both finished pieces on their matching black display panels.
Fix the cleaned replicas to the display panels.
Explains the excavation and display activities.


The two discoveries
Two different dinosaur body features to uncover and compare.
The product display labels the pieces as a T. Rex claw and an Ankylosaurus spine. Both are restored replicas made for excavation and display; the page does not present them as genuine fossils.
A curved claw replica. The product display associates T. Rex with approximately 67–66 million years ago.
A pointed armored-spine replica. The product display associates Ankylosaurus with approximately 70–65 million years ago.
How to use the kit
Five clear steps from block to framed display.
Place the block on paper, a tray, or another work area that is easy to clean.
Use the wooden hammer and chisel a little at a time. Reduce pressure when a piece appears.
Remove loose material with the brush and keep the two replicas together.
Place the T. Rex claw and Ankylosaurus spine on the correctly labelled sides of the frame.
Use the two glue dots to secure the cleaned pieces, then clean the tools, work area, and hands.


After excavation
Turn both recovered pieces into one finished display.
The frame provides one labelled panel for each replica. Mounting the pieces keeps the activity result together and makes it easier to compare the curved claw with the pointed spine.
Remove loose material so the glue dots contact the replicas and panels directly.
Place the claw on the T. Rex side and the spine on the Ankylosaurus side.
The kit includes two glue dots for the two replicas.
Instruction sheet
Keep the digging and display directions beside the project.
The included sheet separates the activity into excavation and display stages. It gives children a clear sequence to follow instead of ending the project when the replicas leave the block.
Prepare the workspace, use the digging tools, brush the pieces, and clean up after the dig.
Match the replicas to the frame, attach them with the supplied glue dots, and keep the finished result for later reference.


Where it works well
A compact project for home, gifts, or a small learning group.
The kit combines an active excavation with a finished object children can keep. It can be completed in one session or paused between the digging, cleaning, and display stages.
Use a covered table for a focused project with a clear finished result.
The tools, replicas, frame, glue dots, and directions are packed together.
An adult can help control the work area and guide slower digging near each piece.
Children can take turns tapping, brushing, comparing, and assembling the display.
Simple safety steps
Use a contained work area and keep the small parts together.
The product is recommended for ages 6 and up. The package also carries a small-parts warning and states that it is not for children under 3 years.
Adult help is useful while the hammer and chisel are in use and when the glue dots are handled.
Use paper or a tray to contain loose excavation material and simplify cleanup.
Short, gentle movements help prevent accidental damage when a piece becomes visible.
Brush or wipe away remaining dust and wash hands after handling the digging material.

Product details
Specifications and carton information.
Piano Potato
10700167
6.69 × 8.46 × 2.17 inches
6 years and up
24 pcs/ctn, 0.057 m³
14.09 × 13.86 × 17.72 inches
More fossil excavation choices
Choose a different pair or a larger prehistoric collection.
The related sets below change the specimen theme while keeping the excavation activity.

Beast Fossil Dig Kit
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Predator Fossil Dig Kit
A related two-piece excavation featuring restored tiger and crocodile fossil forms.

Stone Age Fossil Dig Kit
Choose this set when the goal is to uncover more than ten different prehistoric fossils.
More information
Continue with products, activity guidance, or ordering details.
Questions and answers
What to confirm before starting the excavation.
Are the two pieces genuine dinosaur fossils?
No. The product presents them as life-size restored fossil replicas: one T. Rex claw and one Ankylosaurus spine. They are designed for excavation, comparison, and display.
What comes with the digging block?
The kit includes one wooden hammer, one wooden chisel, one cleaning brush, one display frame, two glue dots, and one instruction sheet.
How are the replicas displayed?
Clean both recovered pieces, match each one to its labelled black panel, and use one supplied glue dot per piece to attach them inside the frame.
Which time periods are shown on the display?
The product display associates T. Rex with approximately 67–66 million years ago and Ankylosaurus with approximately 70–65 million years ago.
What age is the Dinosaur Fossil Dig Kit for?
The product information recommends the kit for children age 6 and up. The package carries a small-parts warning and states that it is not for children under 3 years.
Can the project be completed in more than one session?
Yes. The digging, cleaning, and display stages can be paused. Keep the replicas, tools, glue dots, frame, and instruction sheet together between sessions.
Product and wholesale enquiries
Need price, stock, carton, or ordering information?
Use the ordering guide for the next steps or contact Piano Potato with SKU 10700167.
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