by Lindsey Konkel 2017

Welcome to the parent guide for this text! Read below to find out about what your child is reading in class and how you can support him/her at home.

This week in class, we’re reading "Cool Jobs: Unearthing the Secrets of Soil" by Lindsey Konkel.

In the informational text "Cool Jobs: Unearthing the Secrets of Soil," Lindsey Konkel describes the exciting discoveries people can make by studying soil.

As we read, we will be discussing the themes of Education & Knowledge and Technology, Progress & Industry as they relate to the text. We are trying to answer these big questions :

"What are the costs and benefits of technology?" and "What is the goal of education?"

Ways to support your child:

  • Ask your child about this informational text at home:
    • What was "Cool Jobs: Unearthing the Secrets of Soil" about?
    • What did you learn about Education & Knowledge?
    • What did you learn about Technology, Progress & Industry?
  • Watch the following clips with your child at home: