Tree Identification, A Spark Activity

Learn to identify trees based on leaf shapes and characteristics. Suitable for ages 5-13.
Materials: Paper and a pencil.
Presented by Angela Brisson, Extension Assistant - 4-H Camping Program. nc4h.ces.ncsu.edu/
Educational Standards
1.L.2.1 Summarize the basic needs of a variety of different plants (including air, water, nutrients, and light) for energy and growth.
3.L.2.1 Remember the function of the following structures as it relates
to the survival of plants in their environments:
• Roots - absorb nutrients
• Stems - provide support
• Leaves - synthesize food
• Flowers - attract pollinators and produce seeds for reproduction
5.L.3 Understand why organisms differ from or are similar to their parents based on the characteristics of the organism
8.L.4.2 Explain the relationship between genetic variation and an organism’s ability to adapt to its environment.