Studying Soil

From the Series Searchlight Books ™ — Do You Dig Earth Science?

  • Interest Level: Grade 3 - Grade 5
  • Reading Level: Grade 3

Soil can be found almost everywhere on Earth. Sand is a soft soil that is found in deserts. Loam is soil that is great for growing plants. But how are these types of soils different? And how are they made? Explore the amazing world of soil in this book.

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Interest Level Grade 3 - Grade 5
Reading Level Grade 3
Genre Science
Category 5 Kinds of Nonfiction, 5KN: Traditional Nonfiction
Copyright 2013
Publisher Lerner Publishing Group
Brand Searchlight Books ™
Imprint Lerner Publications ™, LernerClassroom
Language English
Number of Pages 40
Publication Date 2013-01-01
Reading Counts! Level 3.3
Text Type Informational/Explanatory
BISACS JNF051080, JNF037060, JNF051000
Dewey 577.5'7
Graphics Full-color illustrations
Dimensions 7 x 9
Lexile 590
Guided Reading Level R
ATOS Reading Level 3.9
Accelerated Reader® Quiz 155662
Accelerated Reader® Points 0.5
Features Bibliography/further reading, Glossary, Index, Photo captions, Reviewed, Starred Reviews, Table of contents, Teaching Guides, and eSource

Lerner eSource™ offers free digital teaching and learning resources, including Common Core State Standards (CCSS) teaching guides. These guides, created by classroom teachers, offer short lessons and writing exercises that give students specific instruction and practice using Common Core skills and strategies. Lerner eSource also provides additional resources including online activities, downloadable/printable graphic organizers, and additional educational materials that would also support Common Core instruction. Download, share, pin, print, and save as many of these free resources as you like!

Searchlight Books ™ — Do You Dig Earth Science?

Uncover the basic elements of earth science in this interesting series. A lively design keeps readers engaged while informative text and striking photographs build their understanding of key curricular concepts. View available downloads →

Reviews

Library Media Connection

“Award-winning author Sally M. Walker has written a beautifully crafted earth science series for young readers….Informational text that is widely accessible to children is a must in every library, and this series fits the bill.” —starred, Library Media Connection