About This Lesson
Teach students the eco-friendly process of composting through slides, hands-on instructions, fact sheets, and activity sheets. This unit reinforces science practices and environmental stewardship.
What’s Included
- Composting Slide Deck
Introduction to decomposition, composting methods, and benefits. Editable for classroom pacing.
- “Create a Compost Bag” Instructions Sheet
Step-by-step guide for students to build their own compost bag or bin (classroom or outdoor).
- Making Compost Fact Sheet
Informational reading with labeled diagrams and definitions of key terms (decomposer, humus, aeration, etc.).
- “How to Create Compost” Activity Sheet
Worksheet where students sequence steps, label parts, and reflect on what materials go “green” vs. “brown.”
Learning Goals
- Understand the role of decomposition in nutrient cycling
- Differentiate between compostable materials (greens, browns, nitrogen, carbon)
- Plan and build a mini compost system
- Apply reading comprehension in environmental science context
Classroom Suggestions
- Use slides to hook student interest and guide whole-class discussion
- Follow with the instructions sheet as a lab handout
- Assign the fact sheet for independent reading or partner work
- Use the activity sheet to assess understanding or as center work
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