Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn why animals need trees and how trees help animals survive.

Materials and Prep

Materials needed: Paper, crayons/markers, scissors, glue, pictures of animals, and pictures of trees.

Make sure to have a clear space for drawing and cutting.

Activities

• Draw and color your favorite animal on a piece of paper.

• Cut out pictures of trees and glue them around your animal to create a habitat.

• Pretend to be the animal and explain why the tree is important for your survival.

Talking Points

• "Animals need trees because trees provide food and shelter for them."

• "Trees give animals a safe place to live and protect them from predators."

• "Some animals use trees to build their homes, like birds who make nests in branches."

• "Trees also give animals oxygen to breathe, which is essential for their survival."

• "When animals and trees work together, they create a balanced ecosystem where everyone can thrive."