Activity

Worm Farm

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It is not a barrel of monkeys—it's a jar of worms! Scholars create a worm farm in a spaghetti sauce jar. Pupils layer moist soil, sand, and oatmeal to create a habitat for worms. Individuals place worms into the habitat, cover it with black construction paper, and observe it on a weekly basis to note changes.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Research how worms help with plant growth and soil creation
  • Create different combinations of habitats for the earth worms and compare how they behave
Classroom Considerations
  • Requires a place to keep the jars of worms for several weeks
Pros
  • Provides an explanation of what is expected in the farm
  • Includes detailed directions on layering the ingredients in the jar
Cons
  • None