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Even Grass Won't Grow

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Students analyze what occurs when grass will not grow. They interview maintenance staff at their school and research possibilities for grass to grow. They develop a research plan and conduct soil sample tests. They plant grass seed and discuss how to protect the area of planting.

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soil analysis, soil, grass

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grass, growing grass, soil testing, science
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Grade
5th - 8th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
21 days
Instructional Strategies
Inquiry-Based Learning
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