Vermi-composting (worm composting) is an excellent way to introduce students to composting and soil conservation.  Since the 2011-2012 school year, Will County provided the materials needed for a teacher to begin composting with the students in the classroom.  Find out more about the program and how you can become involved.

Take a look at a great presentation from the Godley Park District, which received a worm bin  in the 2010-11 school year. This presentation shows how worm composting can be used to fulfill a wide range of Illinois learning standards. This demonstrates how a fun project can be a great learning experience.

   If you are interested in offering a vermicomposting bin to sturdents in your classroom, pleae check the box on the Earth Flag application area on worm bins. Click here for Bin Application! [pdf]

Check out these websites for information on vermi-compost bins:

• http://www.wormpoop.com/composting/composting.htm

• www.worms.com

• https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/composting/vermicomposting/benefits-of-garden-worms.htm

• http://kids.niehs.nih.gov/worms.htm

• http://www.cathyscomposters.com

• https://www.redwormcomposting.com/getting-started/

• www.unplugyourkids.com/tag/vermicomposting

• http://www.unclejimswormfarm.com

• http://journeytoforever.org/compost_wormlink.html

• http://cwmi.css.cornell.edu/vermicompost.htm

• http://www.planetnatural.com