Soil Scientist: Soil layers and Soil sampling

This is a great project that shows students the importance of soil conservation and how to take a soil sample. It provides students the opportunity to take a soil sample and explain why soil samples are so important. There are two activities in this guide that can be used together or separate.

$5.00

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Includes
  • Soil Sample Video
  • Exit Slip
  • 2 Soil Sample Readings
  • Apple Activity
  • Cupcake Soil Sample Activity
  • Soil Horizon PowerPoint
Objectives
  1. Students will recognize and distinguish between different soil horizons.
  2. Students will demonstrate how to take a soil sample using a cupcake and a straw.
  3. Students will explain how much land in the world is available for agriculture.

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Have a fabulous time learning!

~ Bethany

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