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Finding Slope

The slope of soil is an important property to consider when planting or building. Find slope with this activity.



Next Generation Science Standards

Discipline: Earth and Space Sciences
Core Idea: ESS2.A: Earth materials and systems
3-5
6-8
9-12
Activity
Weathering: Breaking and Changing

Kinetic activities, crackers, vinegar and baing soda will help students learn about weathering.



Next Generation Science Standards

Discipline: Earth and Space Sciences
Core Idea: ESS2.C: The roles of water in Earth's surface processes
PreK-2
3-5
Activity
Circles of the Earth Bracelet

This activity provides a unique lesson for students to learn about life interactions on our planet.



Next Generation Science Standards

Discipline: Earth and Space Sciences
Core Idea: ESS2.A: Earth materials and systems
PreK-2
3-5
Activity
Soil Catcher

This fun game brings soil facts to a "soil catcher."



Next Generation Science Standards

Discipline: Earth and Space Sciences
Core Idea: ESS2.A: Earth materials and systems
PreK-2
Activity
Nitrogen Cycle Game

Students play the role of nitrogen atoms traveling through the nitrogen cycle to gain understanding of the varied pathways through the cycle and the relevance of nitrogen to living things.



Next Generation Science Standards

Discipline: Earth and Space Sciences
Core Idea: ESS2.A: Earth materials and systems
3-5
6-8
9-12
Activity
M&Ms are Like Soil

This activity demonstrates that soil color can tell us a lot about a particular soil and the environment.



Next Generation Science Standards

Discipline: Earth and Space Sciences
Core Idea: ESS2.A: Earth materials and systems
6-8
9-12
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