Myria Perez is a paleontologist. She works at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. It is in Washington, D.C. Perez told TIME for Kids about her job.
1. What do you love most about your work?
I like that it is a combination of art and science. And I get to use my hands.
2. How did you get interested in paleontology?
When I was 12, I went to the Houston Museum of Natural Science. I got a chance to meet paleontologists. I said, “Hey, can I volunteer?” They let me, as long as a parent came with me. I got to go on fossil excavations.
3. What lessons have you learned that you want to share with kids?
Be brave and ask questions. Always be curious.
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