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In 1872, J. Sterling Morton urged settlers in the Prairie State
of Nebraska to plant trees for shade, shelter, fruit, fuel, and
beauty. Ten years later, schools nationwide celebrated Arbor Day
on the fourth Friday in April. Now, students from every state set
aside a spring day to praise, plant, and pay tribute to trees. Here
are some ideas where young people can learn about trees while serving
community.
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State
Dates Research when your state observes Arbor
Day. Arrange with local officials to plant a state tree
honoring veterans.
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Tree
Time Line Log on to
the National
Arbor Day Foundation's Majestic Trees Time Line. Investigate
history of area trees. Make local tree time line for the library.
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Tree
Trail
Identify and map trees surrounding school. Name them and include
tree locations and characteristics on laminated maps. Post
in sheltered areas near school entrances.
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Tree-rific
Hold a school wide Arbor Day Poster Contest. Send selected
entries to National
Arbor Day poster contest.
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Poem
as Lovely as a…
Read and write poems about trees. Share them at a PoeTree
Reading for seniors.
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Tree
Savers Organize schoolwide recycling campaign.
Supplement with EPA ~ Environmental
Paper Activities.
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Native
Roots Research and collect native
plants. Collect their seeds. Grow them in class. Transplant
when ready.
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Green
Partners Join local organizations
that welcome youth. Work together on community plantings,
streambed rehabilitation, clean-up campaigns.
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Tree
City Find out how your community can become a Tree
City. Order a Free
Tree City USA Booklet.
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Seasons of Service
