Title: "Can You Identify Me?"

Materials:

• Soil samples (loam, clay, sand)
• 3 plastic cups of the same size, shape, and color (or any cups available in your house)
• 3 popsicle sticks or any alternative
• 3 plastic spoons
• 3 sheets of used bond paper
• Hand shovel/trowel
• Permanent marker
• A pair of gloves (if not available, bare hands will do but be sure to wash your hands thoroughly after the experiment)
• Procedures: (Note: Handle the materials with care, especially the sharp objects)

Reminder: Ask the assistance of adult members in your family to collect 3 samples of soil in your community.

1. Place each sample of soil in separate cups/containers.
2. Label each sample with A, B, and C.
3. Scoop at least two tablespoons of soil from each sample.
4. Place each sample on a separate bond paper.
5. Examine each sample closely and use the popsicle sticks or alternative to observe each.
6. Write down your observations using the table below.
   

Observation Table:

Sample A:

Texture:

Color:

Moisture:

Smell:

Other observations:

Sample B:

Texture:

Color:

Moisture:

Smell:

Other observations:

Sample C:

Texture:

Color:

Moisture:

Smell:

Other observations:

Note: Feel free to make additional observations or include any other relevant information. Make sure to handle the soil samples with care and follow proper safety guidelines.