Try this fun twist on dirt cups and make some edible soil layers. This will teach kids about geology in a fun, tasty, hands-on way!
Have your kids ever asked you where soil comes from? This free soil learning activity will explore facts about soil and answer those questions.
This free printable set helps you enjoy a super fun science diorama to learn about the layers of soil for kids.
Engage students in hands-on learning about soil layers! In this activity, M&M's represent the bedrock (bottom) layer of soil, chocolate pudding represents the subsoil (middle) layer of soil, and crushed Oreos represent the topsoil. Gummy worms are an added bonus! This project is simple, easy and fun to complete! Resource includes recipe with student directions and two options for a simple recording sheet to accompany the activity. If you would like more resources related to soil layers, check out my other Soil Layers Resource. Enjoy! TERMS OF USE - © VA SOL Superstars This item is a paid digital download from my TpT store https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Va-Sol-Superstars As such, it is for use in one classroom only. This item is also bound by copyright laws. Redistributing, editing, selling, or posting this item (or any part thereof) on the Internet are all strictly prohibited without first gaining permission from the author. Violations are subject to the penalties of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act. Please contact me if you wish to be granted special permissions!
Read how I carried out an experiment on weathering and erosion with my upper elementary class. Students get to use background knowledge to make predictions!
Learn about plants with this 80 page botany lesson for kids! Information, worksheets, experiments, and more for elementary age!
QUESTION: How do you get rid of fungus in the soil? – Eliza N ANSWER: You shouldn’t get rid of all the fungus in your soil. The reason being is that most fungi are good for your plants. Fungus is a naturally occurring element in the soil. There are many types of fungus but only […]
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VqqgG6K97wK4bJkJJ8u-F4jvACRH8B8j/view?usp=sharing Students bring in a soil sample from their backyard to investigate, draw, describe (color, particle size, texture and structure), compare / contrast (with a peer's sample) and experiment on (predict and discover what type of soil is in their yard)! Includes: slides to introduce the components of soil (sand, silt, clay, organic matter, water, air and animals) soil sample recording sheet (investigating, drawing and describing) link to soil structure chart (texture vs. structure) Venn diagram to compare / contrast soil samples with a peer soil experiment to figure out their soil type full lesson plan and assessment
Everything you need to plan preschool rock theme activities for your kids. Preschoolers love collecting rocks and learning about them!
List of plant species for clay soil with poor drainage conditions. List of flowers, ferns, shrubs and trees for poor drainage clay soils.
Handy, free printable types of rocks worksheets for learn about igneous, metamorphic , sedimentary rocks, minerals, and rock cycle too.
Bright yellow flowers. Great with silvery plants
Have fun with this FREE Nature Study with Trees and Leaves that lets upper elementary and middle school students draw, label, color, and more!
Learn how to amend and fertilize garden bed soil before planting or between seasons, with tips on compost, mulch, no-till and more!
Help kids learn about rocks by making a rock of their own.
Learn the simple trick for making an indoor homemade potting soil for all of your beloved houseplants that you can put together in no time.
Come learn all about hugelkultur: the pros, cons, best materials and wood to use, and how to make a hugelkultur garden bed.
Learn all about the pitfalls and disadvantages of using worm castings. Discover how to overcome these drawbacks and how to supplement your garden.
Soil quality is key to a successful garden. Here's 9 simple ways to improve soil quality to be more sustainable. Learn how increase yields.
Create cool mushroom spore prints! Fun, hands-on way for kids to learn about fungi biology.
Everything you need to plan preschool rock theme activities for your kids. Preschoolers love collecting rocks and learning about them!
White mold on soil is one of the most common plant problems for container gardens. What is it? Is it dangerous? How to Treat Your plants.
Did the veggies and flowers in your garden not flourish? Chances are it's your garden soil. Learn practical ways to improve your garden soil.
The process of reusing potting soil from last year is very simple. In this post, I'll go through the process step-by-step.
The Easter cactus is a popular house plant that flowers in spring. It is very easy to propagate in 3 different ways!
A hedgerow can offer beauty, productivity, biodiversity, and much more! Discover how to plant a hedgerow to meet your needs.
Gardening doesn't have to be expensive. Improve your garden soil with these 8 amendments that are totally free and have your best garden yet!
Learn how to make the best garden soil for growing vegetables, and why soil healthy and quality is so important for your backyard garden.
Cactus soil is easy to make with only 3 ingredients. Learn about the best kind to use and how to mix your own in this step by step DIY guide.
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Learn how to refresh the soil in raised beds for the next time you plant, fast and simple! In this video, you will also find a complete guide to explain what NPK fertilizers are and how you can use...
I was asking this question 4 years ago, so I'm writing the post I wish I'd had. 🥰A little background: Our family began officially homeschooling when our oldest son was entering kindergarten. I wasn't homeschooled and only knew a few homeschooling families, so I had a lot of questions (and trepidation) about choosing a curriculum.Here's what I've learned along the way:+ An open-and-go, boxed curriculum can be very helpful for your first year. We used Sonlight (with no regrets!) and I have many friends who love My Father's World. You go to their website, select your child's grade level, and order the materials. All you need for the year - the instructor's guide, books, and supplies - arrives at your doorstep. You're ready to homeschool! This helped me feel confident that yes, I was doing enough, and had advisors ready to help me if I needed it.+ A trusted homeschool mama in your community is an invaluable resource. If there's a homeschooling mom in your church whom you admire, ask her all your questions. How did she get started? What curriculum would she choose (or stay away from) if she could do it all again?+ Start simple, as it will take a while to find your rhythm. For example, all that a kindergartener *really needs* is a reading/phonics program, a math program, and (for Christian families) a morning Bible/devotional time. If that's all you do for your child's kindergarten year, great! You can add history, handwriting, science, and other electives as you grow more confident.+ Remember that you may not land on your favorite curriculum or educational philosophy your first year. And that's ok! If you're interested in finding your homeschool style, I've linked a helpful quiz in my profile.+ After you've narrowed it down to a handful of curriculums you're interested in, I love Cathy Duffy's review site (cathyduffyreviews.com). Her reviews are straightforward and very helpful.
Here’s how to do a simple soil pH test from items you probably already have in your kitchen. Once you determine whether your soil is acidic or alkaline, we have recommendations for soil amendments that can bring the soil back into the neutral pH range.
Learn how to use homemade asparagus fertilizer to feed your garden while growing asparagus. An asparagus plant needs a mildly alkaline soil pH, and the best fertilizer for your plant depends on your soil type. #homemade #fertilizer #asparagus
Monstera plants, with their iconic split leaves, are the darlings of the indoor jungle world—and for good reason. They bring a touch of the tropics right into my living room! I've found that their care
