Science Lesson: Soil Health and Agriculture
Created by Teacher(s): Yen-Yen Chiu|Published on: March 18, 2026
Grades: 6, 7, 8
Type: Lesson Plan
Subjects: Science
Duration: 1 hour 10 minutes
Created by: SubjectToClimate teachers
Region: Global
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Synopsis
Students investigate how soil health supports ecosystems and food production, examine soil samples, and use evidence to compare healthy and unhealthy soils. Students connect these observations to real-world challenges, considering how extreme weather, climate change, and human activity affect soil and brainstorm ways to improve it.
Inquire: Students discuss why healthy soil matters, explore local examples of extreme weather impacts, and watch a brief video to spark curiosity.
Investigate: Students analyze soil samples, learn about soil organisms, and make evidence-based conclusions about soil health.
Inspire: Students reflect on the importance of soil health, identify a local soil problem they would like to solve, and propose ideas to improve soil in their community.
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Yen-Yen Chiu
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Yen-Yen Chiu holds a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership from the University of Phoenix and a Master of Arts in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of San Diego. She taught public school for 22 years, from 2001 to 2023, specializing in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Music for grades 6–12, including Advanced Placement courses. Yen-Yen is credentialed in English, Mathematics, and Introductory Music, and has extensive experience designing interdisciplinary curricula that foster student choice, meaningful assessment, and authentic learning experiences.
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