This Year 3 Soil in your Local Area Worksheet allows pupils to draw a map of the school grounds or local area and record the types of soils that can be found there. To support children the features of clay, sandy and chalky soil are included. This activity could be done independently or as part of a paired task. There are lots of opportunities for discussion too! This activity follows on perfectly from our Year 3 What is Soil? PowerPoint. Download today!

National Curriculum Objectives:

• Recognise that soils are made from rocks and organic matter.