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Study Jams! Soil InteractiveStudy Jams! Soil Interactive
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Scholastic
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4th - 8th
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Study Jams! Soil

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Seven 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 knowledge with the provided Test Yourself interactive quiz. This makes a terrific homework assignment after your initial introduction to soil science.

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Concepts

clay, humus, natural resources, sand, soil

Additional Tags

soil, sand, clay, humus, soil horizons, natural resources, science

Pros

  • Interactive quiz and vocabulary definitions provided
  • Slides, with captions, can be printed out for absent students or for those who have trouble taking notes
  • High-resolution slides can be projected clearly as visual aids

Cons

  • No in-depth content; serves best as a unit introduction or overview

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