Planting trees, kids green activities

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Planting Trees - Kids Green Activities

Planting trees is one of my favorite kids activities. It is an enjoyable activity in which everyone can take part in.

Planting a tree will benefit you and your kids for years to come and will teach them the meaning of being responsible for their actions.

You can plant a tree in your back yard, in your neighborhood, school, local park or wherever you and your kid decide to.

"Even if I knew that tomorrow the world would go to pieces, I would still plant my apple tree."
Martin Luther

Why Plant Trees?

According to the UN statistics, we lose every day 49,421 Acres of forest, this adds up to 18 million Acres per year, when you plant a tree you help make up for the loss of trees.
Planting a tree is a fun activity that makes you feel closer to Mother Nature.
With this small but significant act you help countering climate change.
They are universally powerful symbols, a physical expression of life, growth and vigour.

Where Plant Trees?

Everywhere!

What Your Kid Will Learn From Planting Trees?

Their actions influence the environment, just as the environment influences their actions.
Helping the environment is their obligation.
Trees are vital part of their lives.
Every small action makes a difference.
Responsibly - they will have to care for the trees, watering and protecting them.

Benefits of Planting Trees

Trees producing oxygen and removing carbon dioxide and contaminants from the air. In one year, an average tree inhales 12 kilograms (26 pounds) of CO2 and exhales enough oxygen for a family of four for a year.
Trees’ root fibers help filter groundwater. They trap nutrients and pollutants that are potential contaminants.
Tree roots hold soil in place so it cannot be easily blown away by wind or washed away by water; Without trees, heavy rains can wash soil into streams and rivers, creating avenues for nutrient pollution and habitat destruction, and increasing the likelihood of flooding.
Trees absorb sound and reduce noise pollution.
Trees shade asphalt reducing what is know as the “Heat Island” effect.
They provide habitat for many different species of animals.
Planting trees can help cool your home in the summer and conserve energy.
In the winter, trees can act as windbreaks for your home and will help you save on heating costs.
Forests and trees offering recreational opportunities and spiritual comfort, looking at trees makes people feel better.
Planting a tree can significantly increase your property values.
Medicinal products from trees help to cure diseases and increase fertility.
Trees beautify urban and community areas such as parks, streets, and schoolyards.