PreK-8 Activity 69 – Forest for the Trees
In this activity, students will role-play managing a Tree Farm. By using a piece of land as a Tree Farm, they will begin to understand …
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PreK-8 Activity 30 – Three Cheers for Trees
It’s easy to take for granted both trees and the many benefits they provide. In this activity, students picture how their community would be different …
PreK-8 Activity 22 – Trees as Habitats
From their leafy branches to their tangled roots, trees provide a habitat for a host of plants and animals. In this activity, your students will …
PreK-8 Activity 13 – We All Need Trees
Students are often surprised to learn how many different products we get from trees. Use this activity to help your students learn just how much …
PreK-8 Activity 2 – Get in Touch with Trees
By way of trees in the neighborhood and a mystery box, students will explore their sense of touch and discover different shapes and textures in …
I’ve Got You Covered: The Amount of Pavement Covered by Street Trees
This issue of the science education journal Natural Inquirer, aimed at middle school students, describes how trees in our communities benefit our daily lives.
Asian Longhorned Beetle and its Host Trees
Learn about the Asian Longhorned Beetle (ALB) through this digital publication. Produced by the USDA Forest Service and the University of Vermont, it’s a good …
The Secret Life of Trees
This animated presentation for students in grades 3-5 explains in detail how an acorn becomes a tree. The audio is available in English and Spanish.
Why Trees? Video
As we know, trees represent more than just beautiful natural elements of our land, they also provide shade, manage water, stop erosion, protect streams, soothe …
Family Activity: Trees for Many Reasons
Examine the importance of conserving resources through fables.