soil ecology

Introduces the soil and its role in the ecosystem, and describes different types of soil, some of the creatures that live underground, from giant fungi to moles and microbes, and the soils of the Moon and Mars.

Dirt?s not all that interesting?or is it? In truth, Earth?s soil is one of the major reasons life on the planet can exist! In this book, readers will learn that there?s far more to dirt and soil than the stuff you get on your sneakers or sweep off your front steps. Illustrations will show more about soil?s origins and makeup, as well as the nutrients it provides for growing things. Projects and activities allow young geologists to put what they?re learning into practice and get their hands dirty as they investigate the world beneath our feet.

"Soil may look like lifeless matter beneath your feet, but nothing could be further from the truth! Healthy soil is teeming with organisms, organic material, and minerals that make plant life--including sources of food--possible. Readers will learn more about the 'recipe' for good soil, how soil may change because of environmental factors, and that soil is truly one of the most vital natural resources on Earth. Attractive images are a perfect addition for the visual learner, while supportive, comprehensible facts are distributed throughout the text in eye-catching ways"--Provided by the publisher.

Describes the properties and uses of soil and its importance to life on Earth.

Brief text explores how soil is formed, its layers, and its importance as a natural resource that living things need to survive.

Featuring live action and animation, this movie examines the history and current state of the living organic matter that we come from and will later return to.

Presents a children's book for early readers that describes what soil is, how it is formed, why it is important to plants, animals, and humans, the different kinds of soil, and why it must be preserved.

Most people don't think about the soil under their feet, but basic dirt can reveal a lot about Earth's past. Soil is formed from tiny grains of rock that existed many years ago. It can also form in the wake of landslides, volcanoes, and everyday weathering. This text takes readers underground to examine Earth's many kinds of soil, the microorganisms and inorganic matter that make it up, and the critical role it plays in ecosystems around the world. Helpful diagrams, fact boxes, and sidebars support the information-rich text, which supports elementary science curricula, and colorful images will keep readers engaged from start to finish.

Contains twenty-five projects that help teach young readers about soil, including composting, exploring soil runoff, and analyzing soil composition.

Text and color illustrations break downthe composition of soil, from its nutrients, minerals, and organisms to climate factors needed to keep plants healthy.