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Digging Into Soils!

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In this soil analysis worksheet, students fill out a chart with information about four samples of soil. Kids record notes about 5 questions about the soil samples: feel, color, possible origin, and smell. Students draw a picture of the soil seen through a magnifying glass.

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soil analysis, soil

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soil analysis, soil science, soils, science
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4th - 6th
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