Soil provides a base for gardens, forests, fields, and farms, supporting plant and animal life, and human activities. By examining soils, students discover that soil composition and characteristics vary. Students also experiment to determine the impact of different soils on plant growth, thus improving their understanding of scientific inquiry processes. Students also learn the importance of animals and nutrient recycling to soil quality.
Soil Student Booklet:
Soil Links:
1. Soil Introduction:
"What's the Dirt on... Dirt?" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=if29mjcd5bc
2. Layers of Soil
"Layers of Soil" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgqea0E2eAY&feature=youtu.be
3. Separating Soil:
"The Soil Profile" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VeuQeAxJIjs
4. Plant Roots:
"The Root System" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_-ROXGqBSxI
5. Living Things in the Soil:
"Life in the Soil" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XapUm5n1zuM
6. Recycling Organic Materials:
"Make the Most out of Compost" - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q5s4n9r-JGU
Extra Fun:
Science Treck - Soil: https://sciencetrek.org/sciencetrek/topics/soil/
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