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|  |  Worms Have the Write Stuff![Worms Have the Write Stuff]()
Worm bins are ideal living laboratories for science studies, but they also offer inspiration for lessons across the curriculum, including writing assignments. Even a basic unit, such as our WormLab™, can provide students the chance to become savvy to the ways of worms and find plenty to write about.
For instance, you can introduce your students to writing persuasive letters, as if to a newspaper editor, with the goal of convincing readers of the value and importance composting with worms. First, talk about what makes a piece of writing persuasive (including compelling personal anecdotes or experiences, facts, and quotes from experts). Share some actual examples of letters to the editor — some effective, some less so — and have students critique them. They can use those deemed effective as their models.
 Individuals or teams of students can brainstorm thesis statements based on their experiences with their classroom bin (e.g., Keeping a worm bin reduces costs of trash disposal or Worms create fantastic free fertilizer), then use various sources to locate worm facts and wisdom to support their arguments. Students can share and critique letters in class, and polish final drafts to publish in the school paper, on the school Web site, or to send to your local newspaper. Who knows — your students' persuasive powers might start a local vermicomposting revolution!
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