Year 7 students have been exploring the fascinating world beneath their feet through a hands-on soil investigation with gardener Lauren. Students headed into the Veritas Precinct to examine soil layers, search for signs of life, compare textures, and discover how soil supports healthy plants and ecosystems. Back in the refurbished Science labs, Mason jar soil tests revealed the different proportions of sand, silt and clay within each sample, helping students understand why soils behave differently.
The activity encouraged students to engage their senses, ask questions and develop a deeper appreciation of soil as a living ecosystem rather than simply 'dirt'.
