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Y3/4 (A): Lesson 5: Soil formation

Compare soils and how they were formed and record the drainage rate for different soils in a bar chart. This lesson is part of the mixed-age scheme.
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A close-up view of soil layers showing distinct strata, with grass growing on top.

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1. Recap and recall

Display the Presentation: Agree or disagree? and select a volunteer to read the statement.

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Assessment – Science Y3/4 (A): Rocks and soilY3/4 (A): Lesson 1: Rocks: AppearanceY3/4 (A): Lesson 2: Rocks: Physical propertiesY3/4 (A): Lesson 3: Fossil formationY3/4 (A): Lesson 4: Fossils and palaeontology
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 5: Soil formation
Y3/4 (A): Lesson 6: Soil layers and earthworms
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