Why Do Prairies Matter?

Blackshear Elementary student Adler Asher explores why prairies disappeared and why restoration now matters so much to our future ecology. Prairies are great at locking carbon in the soil as soil organic carbon. They support prairie dogs that in turn support the endangered black-footed ferret and prairie chicken. Because many prairie plants have deep roots, they help stabilize soil and conserve water. They also provide habitat and food for wildlife and nourish our sense of wonder and beauty.
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[@marshariti9198]

Oh my gosh!!! I really appreciate this kid’s knowledge and advocacy for prairies. Great job!

[@marshariti9198]

I’m going to show this to my Emergent Environmentalists elementary after school club.

[@jonny_mazerati9410]

Good job 👍

[@aprilmeowmeow]

Well said. Let's all do our part for the environment for this child's generation, and the generations that will come after. ❤

[@patrickdwarica]

Great job!! Very well explained.