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Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Mighty Oak

For Teachers 1st - 2nd
Students investigate types of trees. In this forestry lesson, students read the book The Mighty Oak and act out the story with a partner. Students discuss the types of trees in the book and plant an oak tree on school grounds.
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Activity
PBS

Pbs Kids: Dragonfly Tv: The Show: Trees

For Students 3rd - 8th
How much do you think you know about trees? PBS site offers a video and description of the life cycle of trees and their leaves.
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Interactive
Other

What Tree Is It?

For Students 3rd - 8th
How well do you know your trees? Site allows users to identify trees by name, by leaf or by fruit. Provides characteristics and pictures of each.
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Interactive
University of Illinois

University of Illinois Extension: Trees Are Terrific

For Students 3rd - 6th
What is a tree? Site asks users to travel along with Pierre to find out.
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Handout
Royal Botanic Gardens

Plant Cultures: Sandalwood Trees

For Students 9th - 10th
Did you know that sandalwood trees are semi-parisitic? They tap into the nutrient supply of nearby plants. You will find other interesting facts about sandalwood trees in this informative site.
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Handout
Other

Redwood National Park

For Students 9th - 10th
This site has interesting facts and figures associated with the Redwood Tree. Numerous images of towering redwoods and scenic overlooks are posted here. Links to other interesting park features are also available.