Pebbles, Sand, & Silt


Book Description

Do you know what makes flowers grow and stay healthy? Dig in to the different kinds of soil that are used to grow plants. Learn about the different layers, types, and purposes of soil. See science at work in the real world and use what you learn to decide what soil is best to grow a garden for your neighbor! Includes a note to caregivers, a glossary, a discover activity, and career connections, as well as connections to science history.







Pebbles, Sand, and Silt


Book Description

Students study the properties of rocks and soils. They group and seriate rocks on the basis of single, observable properties, and learn simple ways to sort rocks using tools such as screens and techniques such as mixing with water.