Investigating Soil Composition - Soil Soaks Up Water part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity is a classroom quick lab where students explore sand, soil, and water in relation to absorption and permeability.

2-Day Investigating Soil Samples: observing and identifying soils part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity is designed for a primary classroom (outdoors & indoors) investigation where students collect and investigate soil samples and describe the soils, looking for similarities and differences. Students develop a method of recording the data colleted and can present the information gathered.

Investigating Soil-Which soil help plants grow? part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity is a guided inquiry investigation where students gather data on which soil is the best for growing plants. Student will interpret their data, and develop a conclusion from the data. The student will determine which type of soil they would like to use in the next activity of making their own terrariums. The data collected could lead to further questions, which can be investigated in some extension activities.

Worm Farming and Composting part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity is a lab investigation where students design an experiment to create rich soil using organic matter, dirt, newspaper and red worms.

Our Friend the Worm! - Introducing Worm Composting into the Classroom part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity is an introduction to setting up a composting worm bin in the classroom. It is part of a yearlong study on the interaction and influences that living system have on each other.

Let's get sedimental: A study of the process of sediment deposition and particle sorting part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
In this classroom lab, students will investigate particle sorting and deposition.

Seed Investigation part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity involves seed collection and exploration of common seeds.

Comparing Soil Samples from different locations part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
In this field investigation, students compare various soil samples taken from specific locations. Students compare samples, record data, create a chart or graph, and journal.

Dissecting Soil part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This activity is a field investigation where students find out what makes up soil.

Introductory Concepts in Soil Chemistry part of MnSTEP Activity Mini-collection
This is an introductory lab for Environmental Science, investigating the bulk density of soil and water holding capacity.