Decomposition Station
Decomposition shows how nutrients cycle through jungle ecosystems.
- Framework: IPC
- Unit: Jungles
- Learning area: Science
- Level: Levels 2-3
Objectives
- Understand decomposition
- Observe natural processes
- Connect to jungle floor ecosystems
Materials
- Compost bin or clear container
- Fruit/vegetable scraps
- Soil
- Observation log
Instructions
Create a class compost. Add scraps weekly. Observe and record changes.
Educator tip
Discuss the role of decomposers: fungi, bacteria, insects.
Assessment
Observe understanding of decay process and vocabulary.