Soil experiments for kids
All kids love playing with mud, right? Well, getting stuck into the soil is a great introduction to some great science experiments. Read on to find out how you can encourage kids to learn how soil can support all life on the planet.
FAO, within the framework of the Global Soil Partnership (GSP), has published two booklets to inspire children to play with soil and learn more about this crucial resource. The first booklet contains six hands-on science experiments through which children can explore concepts such as soil sampling, soil erosion, water retention, soil gases, soil texture, and the role of earthworms. The second one aims to give children an insight into soil knowledge, focusing on soil salinity. Two easily replicable experiments encourage children to play and discover why salty soils can be a problem for growing food.
Have a look at the two collections of experiments below:
- FAO, 2017. Soil experiments FOR CHILDREN
- FAO, 2021. Salty experiments with soil for children and guide for teachers
