Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Comparing Soil Samples From Different Locations

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this field investigation, students compare various soil samples taken from specific locations. Students compare samples, record data, create a chart or graph, and keep records in a journal.
Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: How Do Rocks Compare to Soil?

For Teachers K - 1st
In this classroom investigation students will observe and chart similarities and differences in rocks and soil.
Article
Washington State University

Washington State University: Ask Dr. Universe: Where Does Dirt Come From?

For Students 3rd - 8th
Great question! Dr. Universe refers to her friend Jim Harsh, a scientist, from Washington State University to answer.
Unit Plan
Texas Education Agency

Texas Gateway: Soil

For Students 1st - 3rd
Through interactive and hands-on activities, learn about the properties of soil.
Handout
Geography 4 kids

Geography4 Kids: Biosphere: Soils

For Students 3rd - 5th
Get the full picture of what soil is offered by Geography4Kids.
Lesson Plan
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: Earth Science Week: Investigating Soil

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Students chose a spot to investigate the soil on publicly owned land.
Handout
National Institutes of Health

Niehs: Kids' Pages: River and Stream Pollution

For Students 3rd - 5th
What makes our rivers and streams dirty? This brief overview discusses the causes of pollution in rivers and streams and how to solve it.
Lesson Plan
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College

Serc: Dissecting Soil

For Teachers 1st - 5th
In this environmental field lab, young scholars dissect soil to see what components makes up the soil.
Article
American Geosciences Institute

American Geosciences Institute: How Do Different Types of Soil Form?

For Students 9th - 10th
Find out about the two major factors that affect soil formation.
eBook
LM Digital Media

Kids World Fun: Water and Soil [Pdf]

For Students K - 1st
This Greek fairy tale shares the story of two kingdoms who were in disagreement over the claim to a river.