COMPOSTING

  Over the past couple of weeks we have been discussing soils in the environment, and the impact it has on society. We have also been talking about ways in which humans can enhance positive effects as well as lessen or prevent the harmful effects.

Recall:

Poor soil affects a plant’s ability to take up the nutrients it needs and the quality of nutrients that are passed to humans.

Now, we will be investigating the process of composting and answering questions like:

·         What is composting?

·         Where does composting happen naturally?

·         What are some good things about composting?

Also boys and girls, how does making our own class composter sound?? While we are researching our answers to composting questions we will also need to know:

·         What things should not go into a composter?

·         What “ingredients” do we need to start a class composter?

Over time, after our class composter has been set up we will be investigating the process of composting and explaining the advantages and disadvantages of it.

Here's a composting game to help you practice and see what should be put into a compost and what should not.
Click on this composting for kids website to help you learn more about composting !