Knowledge/Skill Building

🌱 Decomposition Conditions Mini Lab

Content Expertise Collaboration MS-LS1-7 MS-LS2-3 Submission Required

Students set up small compost test cups with different variables such as moisture, airflow, and material mix using food scraps, shredded paper, and soil. They label each setup, predict which condition will decompose best, and record first observations in a shared data table. The lesson includes just-in-time guidance on controls, variables, and safe handling.

Plan day
Day 5
Duration
45 min
Grouping
Small Group
Steps