Dan's Trees

Synopsis:

Dan’s Trees is the story of how Jake almost destroys his friendship with Dan when he tells his family about Dan’s secret grove of old-growth trees.

Curriculum link:

Science: Biological sciences. Civics and Citizenship

Key Concepts:

Some parts of the environment are irreplaceable and should therefore be protected. Trust is a valuable part of a relationship and needs to be maintained.

Reading Strategies:

Comparing the author’s point of view to one’s own opinion

Extent:

28

Paired Title:

We Must Protect Old Growth Forests

Supporting Materials:

Lesson Plan - We Must Protect Old Growth Forests / Dan's Trees