Positives

• This resource is a great introduction to the carbon cycle, focusing on the soil and atmosphere. 
• The visual depiction of the carbon cycle is easy to understand and the video from The National Ocean Service is engaging. 

Additional Prerequisites

• Students should have prior knowledge about elements. 

Differentiation

• Connections can be made in language arts classes during informative reading and writing units. 
• Try projecting the carbon cycle visual onto the board or wall and having students mark the diagram with ideas, thoughts, questions, and connections. 
• Consider using each of the Points to Ponder for group work. Assign each point to a group and have them complete a journal or other activity and then share their work with the class. 
• Other related resources include this video about the importance of soil, this carbon cycle coloring page, and this video about how amazing soil is.