Carbon and Trees

Understanding trees' role in air quality motivates conservation.

• Framework: EYFS
• Unit: EYFS Jungles
• Learning area: Understanding the World
• Level: EYFS 3-4, Reception

Objectives

• Understand trees and air quality
• Connect breathing to plant function
• Value tree planting

Materials

• Tree visuals
• Breathing exercises
• Planting supplies

Instructions

We breathe out—trees breathe in! Practise breathing, then plant seeds to 'help the air.'

Educator tip

Keep explanation simple: 'Trees clean our air.'

Assessment

Observe and note: ability to follow two-step instructions, use of new vocabulary in context, early problem-solving strategies, and sustained shared thinking episodes. Assess against Development Matters age-band expectations. Observe understanding of tree-air connection.

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