Deep in the earth, where soil is rich and warm,
Tiny organisms work to transform,
What once was waste, now decomposed and clean,
To fuel new life, like you've never seen.

With a little help from enzymes and time,
Old plant matter becomes a prime,
Source of nutrients for seeds to grow,
Into strong stalks, that stretch and glow.

But before the stalks can ever appear,
The seeds must germinate, without fear,
Taking in all the nutrients they need,
To sprout and thrive, with vigor and speed.

And hidden away, in each tiny seed,
Lies the secret to every plant's need,
A tiny spore, full of potential and might,
Ready to burst forth and take flight.

So let us give thanks, to each organism,
That works hard to make our world a prism,
Of color and beauty, for us to enjoy,
All thanks to the magic of nature's ploy.

Reflections

1. What do tiny organisms do deep in the earth, and why is it important?
2. How does old plant matter become a source of nutrients for new plants?
3. What do seeds need to do before they can grow into strong stalks, and where do they get their nutrients?
4. What is hidden inside each tiny seed, and why is it important?
5. What can we be thankful for, according to the paragraph, and why?