Soil Horizons Interactive Videos

Explore Soil Horizons Interactive Videos

Soil horizons represent the distinct layers that form within Earth's soil profile through complex processes of weathering, decomposition, and mineral accumulation over time. Wayground's interactive video collection delivers guided video lessons that break down the formation and characteristics of each soil horizon, from the organic-rich O horizon at the surface to the bedrock-adjacent R horizon below. These comprehensive video resources incorporate embedded questions and comprehension checks that help students visualize how parent material transforms into fertile soil through physical and chemical weathering processes. Students engage with real-world examples of soil profiles while developing critical observation skills needed to identify horizon boundaries, analyze soil composition, and understand the role of climate, topography, and biological activity in soil development. Wayground supports science educators with millions of teacher-created interactive video resources that can be easily discovered through robust search and filtering capabilities tailored to specific Earth and space science curriculum requirements. The platform's alignment with educational standards ensures that soil horizon content connects seamlessly with broader geological concepts while offering differentiation tools that allow teachers to customize video complexity and pacing for diverse learning needs. These digital-first resources provide flexible delivery options that support both whole-class instruction and independent study, enabling teachers to use interactive videos for initial concept introduction, skill reinforcement during remediation sessions, or advanced exploration during enrichment activities. The embedded assessment features within each video help educators monitor student comprehension in real-time while building foundational knowledge essential for understanding larger Earth system processes.