Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Comparing Soil Samples From Different Locations
In this field investigation, students compare various soil samples taken from specific locations. Students compare samples, record data, create a chart or graph, and keep records in a journal.
PBS
Pbs Teachers:destination Galapagos Islands: Testing the Earth, Soil Comparison B
Compare soil composition from different regions of the Earth, including the Galapagos Islands, and perform analysis of three important macronutrients found in regional soil.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Soil Ingredients
Students are put into groups for this activity, and given a soil sample which they sort into rock particles and organic material.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Mn Step: What Happens to Water When It Hits the Ground?
For this activity, young scholars test the percolation rates of water passing through different soil compositions.
Michigan Reach Out
Michigan Reach Out!: Digging the Earth's Crust
Lesson plans from Michigan Reach Out! to help students understand the different soil types and what uses they would be good for.
ArtsNow
Arts Now Learning: Grade 3: Rock N Art
In this arts integrated unit, 3rd graders will explore Rocks and Soil. These projects focus on bringing multiple art forms to the Earth Sciences for third graders. Students will focus on comparing and contrasting the 3 types of rocks, as...