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Soil As Art
The Process of Making
Bogolanfini or Mud Cloth
- This is an ancient process of using the soil as
a dye. Read all about how it's done.
Soil Cake Recipe:
"Dig In" and Help Yourself
- Try this great recipe at home and let us know
what you think!
Music About Soil
Soil Songs (Rock 'N Soil)
- These songs were written by folks who love the
soil. Join in and sing along.
Human Impacts On Soil
Dr.
Elissa Levine Talks About The Soil And Its Importance To All Of Us
- Dr. Levine, the Principle Investigating
Scientist for soil characterzation for the GLOBE Program talks about
the importance of soil, why soil data are important, and how students
can take part in soil studies.
In the
time it took to form one inch of soil...
- Soil can form pretty slowly. Head
over here for some perspective on just how slowly soil forms.
How Much Soil Is There?
- Have you ever wondered just how much soil there
is on the Earth to grow plants? Go to "How Much Soil Is There?"
to find out.
How Does Your Garden Grow?
- Here is some information on soil fertility.
Soil Forming Factors
- Over time, the four factors below form soil.
Soil Judging
- Learn about what happens at soil judging contests
that take place in colleges across country.
Soil pH
- See the pH values of many different plants, trees,
fruits and vegetables.
Texture
By Feel (Or How do those soil judges do it anyway?)
- Learn all about how to conduct
the soil texture by feel protocol.
Words and Thoughts About Soil
Books and Videos:
A Resource Guide For Students and Teachers
- Here are some great resources to look at if you'd
like to learn more about the soil.
Dr. Soil (Beginning Learning
Activity Introducing Soil Science Concepts)
- A terrific learning activity to introduce soil
science and characterization concepts.
Secrets
Hidden in Soil
Learn about how the soil is used
to help in investigations
What
Is A Thin Section?
- So, what is a thin section and
why might one be needed?
Soil
In The News Archive
- Check out how the soil has been
in the news over the last few years.
Soil Poems
- Read poems about the soil from folks all over
the world.
Soil Stories (Once
Upon A Sandy Loam...)
- Read stories about the soil and how it has affected
people's lives.
Special Soil In The
News Article: Worms (And Their Droppings) Are Big Business
- One of the soil's best friends, the worm, was
in the news.
Students' Ideas for Soil
Science Projects: (Out of the Mouths of ... Future Soil Scientists?)
- Check out some students ideas
for science fair projects and thesis topics.
Tales
From The Pit
Students and Teachers Write About
their Experiences With Soil.
Images
Adventures with Bolivian
Soil
- Read about the great adventure.
Nuuksio
National Park GLOBE Study Site
- Images of a great soil site in Finland.
Soil Gallery
- Here are some amazing soil profile images from
different places.
Soil
and the Seasons
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