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Discover how Arbor Day came to be with a brief, engaging video. Scholars watch how Nebraska's first pioneer in 1854 decided why planting trees was important and the journey that took place to make Arbor Day a national holiday celebrated by everyone today.
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Instructional Ideas
- Show the video first thing on the day your class celebrates Arbor Day
- List ideas on a board and choose to complete activities that can be performed at school
Classroom Considerations
- Arbor Day takes place on the last Friday in April
Pros
- Includes fun graphics and colorful labels to enhance focus
Cons
- None