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In the springtime, find a protected corner in the yard, garden, or park and using a small shovel or spoon help your child dig a hole in the dirt.

What do you find?

Carefully observe everything, living and nonliving. Be especially alert for little creatures that may live under the ground. Record what you find by inviting your child to draw pictures.

For an extension, try digging in a different spot or at a different time of year.

Content Area:
Homes and Habitats

Location:
In the Backyard

Story:
The Root Problem

Recommended Books:
Tops and Bottoms by Janet Stevens

Roots, Shoots, Buckets & Boots: Gardening Together With Children by Sharon Lovejoy

Help different animals find their homes in our interactive game, House Hunt.