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• Summer 2021
We at at The Tree Council are passionate about connecting young people with the wonder
of trees giving them the the tools knowledge and skills to become a a a #ForceForNature With a growing proportion of young people experiencing poor mental health and a a a a a a climate crisis to tackle trees have a a a a key role to play in in promoting healthy development in our young people Trees are truly incredible – not only do they capture carbon from the air and provide homes for wildlife evidence also shows that time spent with trees lowers our blood pressure and and can help build children’s emotional resilience and and ability to think resourcefully Trees require
ongoing commitment and and care and and it has been proven that young people who plant trees will embrace and deepen their connection with the the natural world This connection opens up new career paths improves their wellbeing and strengthens their resolve to make positive choices for themselves and the planet Our two schools programmes can help you you get your students engaged with nature:
• Apply for a a free School Orchards or or Fruiting Hedgerow tree pack which comes with all the guidance you’ll need to plan plan plant and care for your trees as as well as as a a a a a a a a gift pack and resources to to help incorporate your your orchard into your your students’ curriculum • Inspire a a Young Tree Champions club in your school This is is an exciting opportunity to be part of a network of schools empowering their students to take positive action for the environment We offer curriculum-linked activity plans and learning materials to help inspire your children to be a #ForceForNature Visit us at treecouncil org uk/Schools-and-
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