Jessi and Squeaks make a new friend named Grady, and he teaches them about all the living things you can find in soil! Disciplinary Core Idea: LS4.D: Biodiversity and Humans - There are many different kinds of living things in any area, and they exist in different places on land and in water (2-LS4-1). Performance Expectation: 2-LS4-1. Make observations of plants and animals to compare the diversity of life in different habitats.
Tips for Parents
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Here's how to talk to your child about it
After watching this video, you've learned that soil is alive and filled with many different living things. You can find plants and animals in different habitats on land and in water.
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4 activities you can do with your child now
- Take your child on a nature walk and observe the different living things in soil, like worms and insects. - Create a mini garden together and discuss the importance of soil for plants to grow. - Set up a sensory bin with soil and various objects for your child to explore and identify. - Read books or watch videos about soil and discuss the new knowledge gained from the video.
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Pretend play with your child
GAME NAME: Soil Safari DESCRIPTION: In Soil Safari, you and your child become soil explorers. Use magnifying glasses to observe and identify living things in different habitats, like gardens or parks. Compare the diversity of life found in each habitat and learn about their importance for our planet.
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1 moral thought for your child inspired by this
"Discover the hidden world beneath your feet! Learn about the importance of biodiversity and how living things thrive in different habitats."
