near pemberton.
·as a class activity or common interest group go on a visit to a bush area with a spokesperson to explain the characteristics of plant species and their niche in the natural environment.
·collect some tree seeds, germinate them in a classroom, and plant out the seedling.
·carry out identification of trees in a specific part of your school or neighbourhood. a tree labelling ceremony could also be arranged.
·compile a list of everyday objects that are made of wood or wood-based materials, and find out how the wood was processed, where it came from and whatever else you can.
trees and shrubs, whether native or introduced to wa, provide opportunities for the interest and study by the whole community, and when we walk around our own neighbourhood or drive through the countryside, we can appreciate the importance of such a diversity of plants to the well being of humanity.