Five Hands-on Activities to Celebrate National Bird Day
Mark your calendars! January 6 is National Bird Day and we’ve compiled a list of fun activities to help young people learn about the important role birds play in our environment.
High School (9-12)
Sustainably Managed Forests & Wildlife Conservation
Sustainable forest management and conservation are critical to the health of forest ecosystems, especially when forests are home to 80% of the world’s terrestrial biodiversity. This Wildlife Conservation Day, take time to explore the benefits of keeping forests healthy.
See You at the 2026 Green Schools Conference!
PLT is headed to the Green Schools Conference this February 17-19 in San Diego, California! The annual Green Schools Conference (GSC) brings together everyone involved in creating and advocating for green schools, with a focus on those leading their schools and school systems toward whole-school sustainability. We’re excited to be back in person and learning about the newest trends and innovations in providing healthy, sustainable learning environments and education for students, teachers, and school communities.
Celebrate the Holidays with Red Fir, Green Jobs, and the U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree
While you may not be thinking about the holiday season yet, the USDA Forest Service has been thinking about it for quite some time! This year’s 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree is a majestic red fir named Silver Belle, and it is making its way to Washington, D.C. from Nevada’s Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest.
SFI/PLT Partners with Texas A&M Forest Service to Increase Forest Literacy with Free Online Learning
A free online course is making it easier for educators, forestry and conservation professionals, and sustainability leaders to help strengthen community connections to trees and …
Recommended Summer Reading for Forest Lovers
As the days stay sunny for longer, summer can be the perfect time for kids and adults to relax under their favorite tree and catch up on their reading lists. Explore some of our favorite all-ages books about forests and trees to connect with the natural world!
Celebrating International Day of Forests & World Water Day
Have you ever stopped to think about how much you rely on forests? What about water? These natural resources support our everyday lives in so many ways. Check out these fun activities to celebrate International Day of Forests and World Water Day!
Earth Day 2025
Earth Day is April 22, 2025 and the theme is Our Power, Our Planet. To celebrate, we’ve compiled stories and resources to help educators and youth learn about sustainability issues, climate science, and actions they can take this #EarthDay2025 and every day.
Inspired Journeys
We’re beyond inspired by all the students, young professionals, educators, counselors, and more who have been impacted by the incredible stories shared in Black Faces in Green Spaces: The Journeys of Black Professionals in Green Careers. Hear from a few of the readers impacted by the stories shared within the book.
All About Invasive Species
Did you know that February 24-28 is National Invasive Species Awareness Week? Take some time this month to introduce learners to what invasive species are, the threats they pose to the environment, and how to prevent them from spreading.