The Farm Chronicles Student Publication - Issue 1

The Farm Chronicles is about what happens at Emerson Farm. A new Farm Chronicle will be released every two to four weeks. It includes recipes, facts about plants and animals, and more. The Farm Chronicles is brought to you by Ella Mc., Lily S., Lillie C., and Tula M., with help from our faculty advisor, Claudia C. Enjoy Issue 1!

Types of Creek Bugs We Identified

Mayfly- Because its adult lifespan is short, the Mayfly is also called a One-Day Fly.

Giant water bug- The eggs are laid on the male's wings and he carries them on his back until they hatch.

Water Strider- The hairs on its body repel droplets so they can skate on the surface of the water. 

Water Boatman- Their long, flat bodies enable them to swim on the bottom of creeks. 

Crane Fly- Some adults have short life-spans lasting about 10-15 days. 

Damselfly- Unlike Dragonflies, they rest their wings together on both sides of their body. 

Rat-tailed Maggot- The larvae of the drone fly, they are often called "Mousies" and used as bait in ice fishing.

Predaceous Diving Beetle- Humans eat large beetles in countries like Mexico, Japan, China, Taiwan, and Thailand. 

Facts About Soil

• Soil has distinct layers that vary in texture and composition.

• The top layer contains decomposed organic matter (humus) like leaves and branches.

• The second layer, known as topsoil, is where seeds germinate and roots grow. It contains a mix of minerals and organic matter.

• The third layer is mostly sand and silt. This is due to the process of eluviation
  (leaching) where minerals and clay are moved downward when water drips through the soil.

• The fourth layer is commonly referred to as subsoil. Subsoil contains clay and minerals like iron and aluminum.

• The makeup of the fourth layer is mostly broken-up rock. 

Photo by Ella

Photo by Ella

Written by: Lillie C., Lily S., Tula M., and Ella Mc.

Typed by: Lillie C.

Approved by our Faculty Advisor Claudia C.