Resources to teach children about the benefits of trees and the materials and programs for teachers and schools to follow.

For Kids

Greening Canada's Schoolgrounds
The Greening Canada's School Grounds program offers school & communities the opportunity to create simple, safe, sustainable and educational landscapes on their school grounds.

Trees in Canada - Interactive Exploration
Explore the trees that grow in Canada - what they look like, where they grow and why they are important to us.

Canada's Arboreal Emblems
This booklet provides readers with a description of each provincial and territorial tree. It reflects the pride and attachment Canadians have toward Canada's forests.

Grow Clean Air Calculator
Wood is 50% carbon all of which comes from the air! Calculate how much carbon dioxide is produced by common emission sources and how many trees you need to plant (or help us plant) to offset those emissions.

Tree Trivia
Interesting facts about trees in your neighbourhood.

For Teachers and Schoolboards

Focus on Forests - Tree Canada, Majesta and Ontario Forestry Association 
A new bilingual, in-depth guide for teachers about teaching forestry and trees to students. Getting children involved in environmental issues ensures that we protect our forests for years to come. 

Greening Canada's Schoolgrounds
The Greening Canada's School Grounds program offers school & communities the opportunity to create simple, safe, sustainable and educational landscapes on their school grounds.

Trees in Canada - Interactive Exploration
Explore the trees that grow in Canada - what they look like, where they grow and why they are important to us.

Public Service Announcements
Watch and order our 8 new, educational anouncements appearing on a TV station near you!

Teaching About Trees : A Resource Kit
A manual for teachers on teaching trees in the classroom. Divided into three parts :

• The Young Explorer (5-7 years);
• The Young Researcher (8-10 years);
• The Young Decision-Maker (11-13).

Canada's Forests
Links to information on Canada's incredible forests courtesy of the Canadian Forest Service