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.
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!
Indigenous traditional environmental and cultural knowledge (ITECK) can benefit everyone in their work to reconnect with the land and live more sustainably. Introducing these knowledges in the classroom or through place-based learning raises awareness of these different ways of knowing while also positively impacting Indigenous students.
At the heart of our network are our PLT State Coordinators. These are the rockstar individuals leading PLT within their state, sharing their passion for environmental education and introducing young people to nature. This month, we’re getting to know our Oklahoma PLT State Coordinator, Tony Pascall.
The Minnesota DNR’s forestry education program recently adapted seven classic PLT activities to include Ojibwe and Dakota culture and knowledge.
