Soil

By Katie Sharp and Katie Sharpe

Everyone knows that people and animals need water and air to live. But soil is just as important. Without soil there could be no life. Look inside to learn about the properties of soil and its importance to a healthy planet. The Real World Science series provides a hands-on approach to science. It examines basic concepts, supported by student activities and exercises that will engage students in the processes and skills that are essential to scientific discovery and learning. Other titles in the series include: A Changing Earth Animals Earth's Biomes Ecosystems Electricity and Magnetism Matter Plants Protecting Ecosystems Rocks and Minerals To guide your reading, look for these notes that will help build the understanding and skills you'll need in the 21st century. Look for the following margin notes: Book jacket.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1602794642
• ISBN13: 9781602794641
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 7.6" x 9.6"
• Age Range: 9 to 13 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 8