Language Arts

This printable activity book, developed by Natural Resources Canada's Office of Energy Efficiency, includes ten activities on energy use and conservation, including crossword puzzles, a Green Audit, brainstorming activities and simple calculations. Although written for a Canadian audience, the information is useful for American students, as well.

Students will explore the Native American views on our natural environment as well as contemporary views on the environment. They will also become familiar with the many uses of wood as a natural resource. This lesson is best suited for grades 7-12 and adheres to Pennsylvania State Science Standards.

In this very hands-on lesson, students will learn about dendrochronology (the study of tree rings to answer ecological questions about the recent past) and come up with conclusions as to what possible climatic conditions might affect tree growth in their region.

ROOTS, or Restoring Our Own Trees Through Service, is an education initiative of Casey Trees that aims to provide teachers and students with methods to connect with their schoolyard environment. ROOTS utilizes familiar academic disciplines, such as math, reading, and science, to encourage teachers and students to use their backyard forest as their outdoor classroom.

Students will broaden their awareness about conserving natural resources while learning to make recycled paper. They will identify what resources are made into paper, discuss the value of intact forests, and determine ways to use less paper. This lesson is best suited for grades K-4 and adheres to California Science Content Standards.