Crazy Tall Trees!

Have you ever seen a tree that looks like it touches the sky? Some trees are super tall – even taller than a big building! Let's find out why and how they grow so tall.

Why Do Some Trees Grow Really Tall?

• To Get More Sunlight: Trees need sunlight to make their food, just like you need food to grow strong. The taller the tree, the more sunlight it can catch!
• To Stay Safe: Sometimes, being tall helps trees stay safe from animals or other plants that might bother them.

How Do Trees Grow So Tall?

• Strong Roots: Trees have big roots under the ground that hold them up and help them drink water.
• Water and Food: Tall trees suck up water from the soil and use sunlight to make food in their leaves.
• Growing Every Year: Trees grow a little bit each year in height and thickness.

Examples of Crazy Tall Trees

One of the tallest trees is called the Redwood. Some redwoods are over 350 feet tall! Imagine stacking more than 20 cars on top of each other—that's how tall they can be.

Why Are Tall Trees Important?

Tall trees give homes to birds and animals, help clean the air we breathe, and give us shade on sunny days.

Isn't it amazing how trees can grow so tall? Next time you see a tall tree, you can remember how hard it works to reach the sky!