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Compost cycle

Lesson7 of 8 in this unit

PrimaryYear 1 - 2EnglishScienceEnvironmentalRecyclingSustainability

Lesson Summary

Students become familiar with the concept of composting, and complete a diagram of a “compost cycle”.

Learning intentions

Students will:

learn that composting is the natural process of breaking down food scraps and garden waste, in a bin or heap, into humus (rich soil) that can be used on the garden.
learn that compost is the material produced from a compost bin or heap. This makes wonderful fertiliser for the garden.

Success criteria

Students can:

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