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Dig Into Soil

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Young scholars discuss what is found in soil. In this science lesson, students observe the soil outside and write down information in regards to location, vegetation, and topography. Young scholars experiment with the soil and its many properties including the color, texture, and any living organisms within it.

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color recognition, colors, soil layers, soil, living things, texture, topsoil

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color, living organisms, soil, soil layers, subsoil, texture, topsoil, science
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Grade
K - 4th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
3 days
Instructional Strategy
Inquiry-Based Learning

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