They locate examples of ways people depend on soil in their neighborhoods. Students listen to Blueberries for Sal by Robert McCloskey to conclude that people and other animals depend on plants and, therefore, on soil for food. They use the clustering process to identify people involved in supplying food for other people. They trace the path of a vegetable from the soil to their homes. Students determine whether certain fabrics come from a plant, animal, or mineral and link these to soil.
Students use cotton balls to make thread for an art project.
Students conduct tests for soil compaction and examine their school grounds to identify signs of soil erosion and pollution. They observe plant roots to determine that roots hold soil. Students draw a before and after picture showing how a soil problem can be resolved. Is a Flower by Aliki about the life of George Washington Carver. They write sentences about his life.