Soil Investigation 

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Which type of soil do you think the seeds will grow well in? Why? Make your predictions here:

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Record sheet: Draw and measure what you see in each pot as soon as you see a seedling sprout. Write the measurements in the box.

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Conclusion: Which type of soil do the seeds grow best in? Why do you think this is so? 

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This lesson is part of Flower Power by Rosemarie Young. 

Grade Levels: 3-5

Subjects: Science, Math and Arts

Beginning Grade Level:  3

Ending Grade Level:  5

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