Texas A&M Forest Service Nature Challenge
1. Soil Detective
This activity introduces participants to the wonders of soil—what it is, why it matters, and what it's made of. Through interactive exploration, participants will learn about soil textures and composition. A hands-on Mason Jar Soil Test will allow them to analyze different soil layers firsthand.
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This Challenge is for:
- Children (7-12 years)
Challenge Topics:
- At Home
- Connecting Children with Nature
- Conservation/Environmental Education
- Environmental Systems and Cycles
- School Campus
This Challenge is accessible for:
- People who speak Spanish
Things you’ll need...
To complete this challenge
Step one
step 1:
Collect your soil sample from your backyard, park, or garden.
Step two
step 2:
Fill a clear mason jar about halfway with your soil. Then fill the rest of the jar with water, leaving a little space at the top.
Step three
step 3:
Tightly close the lid and shake the jar hard for about 1–2 minutes to mix the soil and water completely
Step four
step 5.
Observe how the soil has separated into layers. The heavier sand will settle at the bottom, followed by silt, with clay on top. Discuss or record what you see!
Step five
Earn your badge!
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Texas A&M Forest Service and cooperators collectively known as “Nature Challenge” have not inspected the physical locations of challenges. No warranty of safecondition, or fitness for particular use is granted by Nature Challenge. Nature Challenge has not vetted whether the challenges, as formatted by the Provider, is safe. Anyone performing this challenge will be doing so at their own risk.
