Natives for Wildlife
Whether they’re creeping, crawling, hopping, munching, flying, or buzzing, kids love to watch animals in action. Observing wildlife intrigues, entertains, and educates young minds. Although some creatures are unwelcome guests in your vegetable plot, inviting insects and animals into a special wildlife habitat at your school can be an exciting and powerful educational tool. Students can learn about core topics such as life cycles, diversity, interdependence, and ecosystems, and develop important personal skills such as respect, cooperation, leadership, and responsibility.
To attract wildlife you must provide essential habitat elements, including water, food, and shelter. Because plants can provide two of these essential elements, it’s important to include native species in your habitat design. This month we explore the importance of native plants for wildlife and tips for creating a habitat to attract animal friends.
Natives for Wildlife
Lesson Ideas
Going Native - Students discover the benefits of planting natives in a landscape.
Who Lives in the Garden? - Search for and identify the wildlife living in your garden.
October Family Room — Planting Trees and Memories
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