Simulate soil sample assemblages. Individuals create soil layers in a cup. They then use straws to collect core samples from these layers. What information can they glean from the core samples, I wonder?

Concepts

stratigraphy, soil layers, technology resources

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Instructional Ideas

• Team up with an earth science teacher for the activity
• Show learners pictures or video clips of ice core samples
  

Classroom Considerations

• Activity requires soil, light sand, dark sand, and gravel, as well as cups and straws

Pros

• Instructions include diagrams of activity setup
• Guiding questions help with discussion
  

Cons

• None