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The Soil Tunnel is an innovative way to promote
environmental education for first, second and third graders. Through an
interactive, hands-on, three-dimensional soils exhibit, children can view
the world below the ground surface by crawling through the Tunnel.
Built
from four pieces of 4’x8’x4’ sheets of plywood, the Soil Tunnel panels are
fastened together using dry wall screws which can be easily taken apart by
1-2 persons for transport or storage. Assembled, the Tunnel weighs
approximately 80 lbs.
The panels (both inside and outside) were primed and painted in
soil-like colors while the inside panels were hand painted with images of
animals (i.e. a rabbit), insects, burrows, plant roots, well, and a septic
tank. Objects such as plastic insects and gravel were also glued to the
inside panels for additional interest. Carrots and leeks were inserted
through the top of the tunnel to simulate plant growth. With the aid of a
flashlight, children can crawl through the tunnel and encounter numerous
soil-related images on the walls. |
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The soil tunnel works well with groups of
20-25 children with a 15 -20 minute talk on soil and water related topics.
Objectives of the Soil Tunnel:
The Soil Tunnel is available for loan for
educational events. For more information or to reserve the Soil Tunnel,
contact the Somerset Soil Conservation District at (410) 651-0370 x3. |
View of inside of panel illustrating images. |
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