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hand woman listens to a tree with a stethoscope in the forest, concept love the environment. copy space. selective focus.

Trees in Trouble

Students examine trees for signs of damage or poor health and investigate conditions that may cause trees and other plants to become unhealthy.

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Signs of Fall

Students will look for signs of autumn and conduct an investigation to discover why the leaves of deciduous trees change color in the fall.

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A lot of small funny birds sparrows sitting on a branch on the panoramic picture

Trees as Habitats

From their leafy branches to their tangled roots, trees provide habitat for a host of plants and animals. Students will inventory the plants and animals that live in, on, and around trees and discover how plants and animals depend on them.

K-2
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blossoming young green leaves in drops of a spring rain on branches of a plum tree

Bursting Buds

In early spring, many trees sprout bright green leaves. Where do the leaves come from? How do they form? Students investigate these questions by observing tree buds throughout the year.

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A large garden scene with plants and a fountain in Lincoln Park Chicago with the city skyline

Forest in the City

The trees in our communities provide many benefits: they improve air quality, store carbon, and conserve energy.

6-8
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Environmental Health for All

Everyone has an equal right to a healthy environment—but does everyone have a healthy environment?

6-8