by JEN BIUNDO

The soil and accompanying showers were perfect for planting Saturday at the Earth Share-Fair, discovered (left to right) Kyle Elementary second-grader Izel Gaitan, Assistant Principal Ann Conlee and Principal Elaine Meyer. (Photos by Jim Cullen)

The Earth Day Share-Fair last weekend was meant to give local students a chance to learn what they could do to help protect the environment. But under drizzly skies, kids learned about another important science topic: precipitation.

Galoshes were the order of the day at the festival, which saw heavy turnout despite the soggy weather Saturday.

The free event was a collaboration between Kyle Elementary School and the city of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department, with the help of local businesses.

Four-year old Alex Silvert gets a helping hand from his dad, Brian, in determining the weight of a slice of watermelon.

At dozens of booths, kids participated in games and demonstrations on water pollution, composting, wildlife, rainwater collection and more. Festival goers also got a chance tocheck out the furry, scaly and feathery creatures that call Kyle Elementary their home. The school’s Environmental Study Center, along with individual classrooms, feature resident animals such as snakes, lizards, rats, ducks, rabbits and even a chinchilla.