Carbon and Trees

Understanding trees' role in air quality motivates conservation.

• Framework: IPC
• Unit: Jungles
• Learning area: Science
• Level: Levels 1-3

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! Practice breathing, then plant seeds to 'help the air.'

Educator tip

Keep explanation simple: 'Trees clean our air.'

Assessment

Observe understanding of tree-air connection.

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