Digging in the Dirt
http://www-k12.atmos.washington.edu/k12/modules/soils/index.html

Glenn Spinnie, James Tillman, Silver Lake Elementary School, University of Washington, Department of Atmospheric Sciences


This module teaches students about the soils on Mars, compared with soils here on Earth. In these labs, students investigate the heat absorption and transfer properties of various soils to make an inference about Martian soil. This module provides follow-up questions and extension activities for teachers.

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Subject: Geoscience:Geology, Lunar and Planetary Science
Grade Level: Middle (6-8), Intermediate (3-5)
Theme: Teach the Earth:Course Topics:Planetary Science