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“Wonderful Worms” By: Linda Glazer Presentation by Stephanie Bonny. Introduction. This week, we have been exploring. soil. We saw many things in our soil sample like:. roots. rocks. small critters. Introduction, continued. *We also learned about the many layers of soil.
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“Wonderful Worms”By: Linda GlazerPresentation by Stephanie Bonny
Introduction This week, we have been exploring soil. We saw many things in our soil sample like: roots rocks small critters
Introduction, continued *We also learned about the many layers of soil. To check it out, click here: DiscoverySchool.com • We also learned about compost piles and why compost piles are important. Composting for Kids 1
BeforeReading:“Wonderful Worms” • Wonderful Worms? Why might worms be wonderful? • Write your thinking inside of your worm. • Worm Prediction.doc
During Reading • As you are reading this story, talk to your partner about some of the jobs that earthworms do. Write these jobs in your journal. • You may also write down your thinking here: A Worm's Job.doc
After Reading *Now that you have read the story, look at your predictions and talk to your partner. Were your predictions right? If not, what was so different? * In your journal, write down how you feel about worms now that you have read the story. Use evidence from the story to prove your thinking.
Beyond Reading • Imagine in your mind what it might be like underground if you were a worm. • Check out this website about worms to learn more about worms: http://www.yucky.com/flash/worm • Create your own worm story. What would it be like to live in the ground? See some examples here: http://www.sci.mus.mn.us/sln/tf/w/worms/worms/books/wormbook6.gif
If you would like to learn more about worms, check these sites out! • Worm World: Recyclers • A cool worm song! Lyrics and Music • NIEHS Kids Page -- Vermicomposting Game!