For those of you who have students working on a science fair project, or perhaps you’re doing one together as a whole class, check out some of Project Learning Tree (PLT)’s hands-on activities for new ideas. Plus, it’ll ensure you don’t end up with a fair with only homemade volcanoes!
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.
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.
It’s the perfect time of year to introduce learners to seasonal changes, especially since these changes are visibly apparent with leaves changing color and falling from trees. Explore some of our favorite fall activities! Plus, a special 15% discount to celebrate World Teachers’ Day.
Did you know that forests contain the world’s largest reservoir of plant and animal species on land, serving as home to 80% of the world’s terrestrial biodiversity? Pretty incredible. That’s just one of the many reasons we love forests! Let’s celebrate the variety of trees, other plants, fungi and countless animals, from bears to beetles, that contribute to our biodiverse planet.
Introduce biodiversity to young readers through this nonfiction picture book that explores a typical day for animals that call a soggy forest home.
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!
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!
This month’s People of PLT highlights the work that Mississippi PLT State Coordinator Jonathan Smith is doing to share his love of nature and inspire educators to bring nature to life in the classroom!
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.
