LibGuides: Grade 3: Science: Soils in the Environment

Curriculum Expectations

UNDERSTANDING EARTH AND SPACE SYSTEMS - SOILS IN THE ENVIRONMENT

1. assess the impact of soils on society and the environment, and of society and the environment on soils;

2. investigate the composition and characteristics of different soils;

3. demonstrate an understanding of the composition of soils, the types of soils, and the relationship between soils and other living things

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PowerKnowledge Earth & Space Science This link opens in a new window
PowerKnowledge Life Science This link opens in a new window
Britannica K-12 Science Launch Pack This link opens in a new window
Science lesson plan curriculum based support packs, for teachers and students
Britannica Elementary School Edition This link opens in a new window
Gizmos Science This link opens in a new window

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The United Nations promotes World Soils Day. Learn about it! Click HERE or on the picture above.

Soils Portal - the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
Learn more about the functions of, and hazards facing, our planets precious hidden resource in this detailed infographic. Provided by the FOA, United Nations.

Article: Nothing Dirty Here, International Year of Soils
Learn why soils are called "a nearly forgotten resource." This article introduces reasons for soil degredation around the world and what impact this may have on people. Provided by the FAO - United Nations.
Soils in Canada
Learn about the different soil types in Canada. A regional map of Canada and image library is provided. This website is created by the Canadian Society of Soil Science.
Soil Fact Sheets (For Teachers)
2 Fact Sheets are available: (1) Healthy Soils provide Healthy Food Prodcution and (2) Why Soil is a Non-Renewable Resource.
Provided by the FAO, United Nations
Videos: What is Soil?, How to help Soil?
Find videos that teach the public about what soil is, why we need to take care of it, and how we can help. Provided by the FAO of the United Nations.
Soil Stories Blog
Read true stories about soil and its impact on real people from around the world. This blog is hosted by the FAO of the United Nations.

Symphony of Soils Website
Learn more about this project by visiting the website. You are able to purchase or rent the full length documentary also.

Visit your public library or pay a visit to your school's learning commons to see if they have these or similar books.

How Is Soil Made? by Heather L. Montgomery
ISBN: 9780778754145
Publication Date: 2010-01-15
Micro Life in Soil by Natalie Hyde
ISBN: 9780778754022
Publication Date: 2010-01-15
It's Moving Day! by Pamela Hickman; Geraldo Valerio (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9781554530748
Publication Date: 2008-03-01
Different Kinds of Soil by Molly Aloian
ISBN: 9780778754138
Publication Date: 2010-01-15
The Life Cycle of an Earthworm by Bobbie Kalman
ISBN: 0778706664
Publication Date: 2003-10-31