Making flags out of natural resources
The children at Welshpool CIW Primary school have been busy finding natural resources to make flags of the countries participating in the Euro's Football tournament.
Inspiring Young Tree Champions
We know from 50 years of planting trees that young people care about the planet and are an amazing force for nature. That’s why we’ve teamed up with M&G plc to respond to the climate and ecological crisis, by inspiring teachers and pupils to unlock the power of trees.
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We know that young people care about the planet
We have seen in recent months just how much of an amazing force for nature young people can be if given the tools and the voice to speak up. But the threat of climate change and the impact of coronavirus is having a massive impact on our young people.
Did you know?
65%
of children have been mentally affected by the Coronavirus pandemic
89%
of surveyed youth think young people can make a difference on climate change.
By becoming Tree Champions, young people can:
Connect
Grow deeper connections with each other, trees and nature both in and out of school to improve their mental and physical health and well-being.
Learn
Learn about the extraordinary role of trees and nature in tackling the crisis, explore new skills and celebrate the diversity of life on earth. Most importantly teachers and children will use their skills and knowledge to take action to be a #ForceForNature
Share
Creatively share their new found knowledge, skills and passion to tackle the crisis. Finding their voice to engage and empower others to take action.
Thank you to our programme partner M&G plc
The Tree Council are working in partnership with M&G plc, the savings and investment company that truly understands the value of trees to fighting climate change. By inspiring young people to become young tree champions, we hope to help create a healthier future, for the environment and each other. We are incredibly grateful to M&G plc for their fantastic support which will enable us to reach some of the most underserved communities in Britain and inspire them to be a #ForceForNature
