My First Discoveries · Drawing 14 of 40
Soil Beneath Our Feet
Earth
Soil contains rock particles, material from living things, air and water. Roots find resources there to grow.
Did you know?
Soil is also home to many living things.
Look together
Find the worm, small stones and leaves in the garden.
An idea to try
Observe a little soil in a container with an adult.
For the adult reading along
A little more to discover
The child observes the surface of a real garden: an earthworm, small stones, fallen leaves and a young plant. The magnifier enlarges ordinary shapes; it is not a microscopic view. Air and water also occupy small spaces in soil, even though the picture does not show them.
Look together: find the leaf pieces and stones. With an adult, the child can observe a little soil in a container without disturbing animals, then wash their hands.
Sources and illustration notes (1)
Illustrations simplify shapes and sizes. Models and enlargements help observation; choose your own colours.
These links lead to other websites. Explore them with an adult. References identify the institution and the related lesson; some linked pages are in French.
- USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service: Soil Beneath Our FeetNotice soil as a mixture that supports roots and living things.
Source review: 2026-10-03. Illustrations are simplified for colouring.
