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\nIt's Just Dirt\n

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\nStudents discover how seed germination varies according to the soil type. In this soil science lesson, students discuss what plants need in order to grow and investigate various types of soil. Students use their senses to describe each...\n
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\n\"Choosing\n\n
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\nChoosing A Career\n

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\nCareers in science aren't limited to labs. Pupils learn about different aspects of careers in agriculture through the lens of several scientists. The scientists talk about how the field of soil science is a growing in this important...\n
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\n\"Soil\n\n
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\nSoil Type and Management\n

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\nYoung scholars study the basics of soil science. They research and gather data through readings, videos, and performance of laboratory investigations. As a team they generate oral and written recommendations for the amendment of soil.\n
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\nThinking Like A Soil Scientist\n

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\nReady to roll up those sleeves and get your hands dirty? Dirty with soil science content, that is! Overcome those \"But it's just dirt\" objections with a trip outside to collect soil samples for some in-class analysis. Use the...\n
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\nStudy Jams! Soil\n

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\nSeven superb slides sharpen science students' scoop on soil. In viewing them and reading the accompanying captions, your class will uncover the importance, different types, horizons, and protection of soil. They can then assess their new...\n
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\nDoes Soil Get Soggy?\n

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\nStudy the properties of soil and water absorption with a science activity. Based on a paragraph with background knowledge on sandy soil, silt, and clay soil, third graders choose which illustration represents a bottle full of sandy soil....\n
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\nHow Much is Dirt Worth?\n

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\nDirt is worthless, isn't it? Find out the true value of dirt, and by dirt I mean soil. The class explores what makes soil, the types of soil, and what happens when soil becomes void of its nutrients. There are several great activities,...\n
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\nGetting the Dirt on Soils\n

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\nStudents examine soils and the components that make them up. For this hands-on soil science lesson, students receive soil samples and must identify the various aspect which make up soil.   \n
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\nSoil Science Study\n

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\n\nFor Teachers\n\n7th - 12th\n
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\nStudents complete an activity by looking and gathering data on plants and soils.\n
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\nWhat is Soil?\n

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\nStudents examine soil. For this earth science lesson, students define and describe weathering and erosion as it relates to soil. Students compare and contrast potting soil with forest soil and complete a science observation worksheet.\n
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\nScience in the Garden\n

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\nStudents examine soil from their local environment.  In this garden lesson, students recognize the importance of soil in the garden. Students explore the contents of the local soil.\n
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\nSoil Permeability\n

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\nStudents discuss how soil permeability is affected by permafrost. In this soil lesson plan, students freeze soil over night, and discuss how the environmental conditions of freezing affect soil and further affect vegetation.\n
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\nBeautiful Soil\n

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\nStudents discover what are the components of soil. They examine how it is formed and it's importance. They engage in garden activities and processes. They hold a handful of garden soil and describe what they see. They take a...\n
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\n\"Getting the Dirt\" on Soil Use in My Community\n

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\nIn this soil use worksheet, students research soil use in their community and record their observation for 5 different locations. A 3x5 chart is provided to record location, soil use, and comments. Students then complete 10 short answer...\n
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\nUnder Our Feet\n

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\nLearners investigate the forest ecosystem to learn of the living and non-living elements of the soil. In this ecosystem lesson, students examine soil for twigs, moss, fungi, leaves, roots and other matter.   Learners...\n
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\nDigging Into Soils!\n

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\nIn this soil analysis worksheet, students fill out a chart with information about four samples of soil. Students record notes about 5 questions about the soil samples: feel, color, possible origin, and smell. Students draw a picture of...\n
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\nModeling a Soil Profile\n

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\nIn this soil profile activity, students use a cup to create the layers of soil using clay, sand, gravel and dirt. Students label each component as either A, B, or C horizon and the bedrock. They answer questions about their model.\n
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\nRocks and Soil Changes lesson plan\n

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\nStudents recognize objects around their school made of rocky materials. In this changes in rocks and soil lesson, students use a website for a virtual experiment of rocks.  Students group rocks based on their properties....\n
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\nTHE INCREDIBLE JOURNEY\n

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\nStudents describe the movement of water within the water cycle and identify the states of water as it moves through the water cycle.\n
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\nAg in My Community; Agriculture\n

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\nStudents build knowledge about agriculture as it relates to their communities' commodities.  In this agriculture lesson, students brainstorm about conditions in their community with regards to growing different types...\n
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\nLayering the Soil\n

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\nStudents study and classify soil. In this soil science lesson plan, students classify soil by texture and size and study soil horizons. Students label the soil types with their specific soil horizon and learn about permafrost. Students...\n
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\nHow Can You Test Your Soil?\n

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\nStudents investigate chemicals in soil samples. In this soil science lesson, students test local soil to measure the pH, nitrate, phosphate, and potassium content.\n
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\nSoil on the Horizon\n

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\nIn this soil science instructional activity, students read about layers of soil and the order they are arranged. Students analyze a labeled diagram of a soil profile. Students use the provided soil profile cards and one inch carpet tape...\n
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\nGetting to Know Soil\n

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\nStudents make predictions and analyze soil. For this soil properties lesson, students make predictions about soil properties for various soil samples. Students examine the types of soils and record their observations. Students analyze...\n
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