Soil's Magic

Topic 1 of 8 - Year 1

In this topic children learn all about soil and its importance in most ecosystems. They will learn how soil holds the nutrients that allow a seed to sprout and grow into a plant or a tree and they will also explore how dead plants eventually decompose into soil.


Soil's Magic 1

Children learn to appreciate soil as a vital habitat that supports countless forms of life.

Keywords: school grounds experiment action for nature rhyme English

Duration: 14 days
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Soil's Magic 2

Children learn to observe and record wild plant growth and development.

Keywords: observation keeping records crafts and creativity outdoors Maths

Duration: 10 days
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Soil's Magic 3

Children learn that soil is also special for its ability to ‘magically’ decompose green things.

Keywords: school grounds experiment observation photo story English

Duration: 20 days
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