Truth and Reconciliation and UNDRIP

Ask students to research and examine the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada, current treaty disputes in the courts and the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP). Ask them: In what ways did the American War...

Grades 4-6: Story About A Tree

Do you know of any big trees in your neighbourhood or near your school? Research how old the tree is or measure it and take an educated guess. What was happening in that place when it was just a seedling? Who or what might have sat beneath that tree, climbed its...

Grades 4-6: Write A Short Story

Writing prompt: choose a person illustrated in the book. Imagine who they are and what they’re all about. Write a short story about them and include something (big or small!) about a tree.

Grades 4-6: Public Service Poster

Why do you think it’s important not to take bark or damage trees? Could you make a public service poster or advertisement telling other kids to be careful with the trees in your schoolyard?

Grades 4-6: Write A Letter

Write a persuasive letter to a neighbour who doesn’t like city trees. Tell them why they’re so important to all of us! Or write a persuasive letter to your local city councillor to encourage them to create education campaigns, planting targets and city bylaws that...