The fourth grade students had a wonderful time learning about worms during a science lab titled, “Wondering About Worms.”
First, students created an environment to test the question: Do earthworms prefer light or darkness? After three trials, the students determined that worms prefer the dark. This environment replicated a worm’s natural environment in which they bury themselves in the soil and dirt.
Next the students asked: Do earthworms prefer moist or dry areas? The students were surprised to find that most worms like the dry area.
Finally the students asked: How do earthworms react to touch? As predicted, worms flinch when touched.
The class determined that worms inherited these behaviors. Everyone had a blast learning about worms!
