The document summarizes key events in Earth's history from its formation 4.6 billion years ago to the appearance of hominids 3.7 million years ago. It describes how fish appeared 426 million years ago, land plants emerged 420 million years ago, dinosaurs lived from 254-65 million years ago, mammals originated 220 million years ago, and humans evolved 3.7 million years ago. An Earth history clock graphic visually represents the timing of these events.