soils

Text and pictures introduce young readers to the science of soil.

Provides an overview of the scientific method and includes material lists and step-by-step instructions for five experiments on soil.

"[The author] presents the science of soil health and shares the techniques she has used--including cover crops, constant mulching, and compost tea--to create and maintain rich, dark, crumbly soil that's teeming with life.

Everything is connected on Earth, even if we can't see it right away. Biogeology is the study of the important and sometimes weird relationships between living things and the Earth itself. Young readers might know how beavers dam rivers to make ponds, but they probably don't know about the hungry bacteria that eat rocks to make sparkly minerals like pyrite.

Introduces young readers to soils, describing how they are formed and how they can be used.

Describes soil degradation from erosion, contamination, and intensive agriculture; presents diagrams of soil structure; and discusses sustainable agriculture, the efforts of national governments to protect soil, and future needs for soil protection.

"The development of civilization hinged on the ability of mankind to turn soil into useful tools and beautiful objects. Students can learn about the history of tool-making technology, from the cooking utensils of the ancients to the multipurpose ceramics of today. They can also learn how different peoples created works of art from the earth that helped define their cultures"--Provided by publisher.

"Soil covers most of the land on Earth. It feeds plants and is home to many animals. Discover why soil is an important part of nature!"--Provided by publisher.

Birdie wants a very expensive soccer ball but has no money, so she starts selling dirt and learns some important lessons along the way.

Provides an overview of soil, discussing its formation, composition, and uses.