The Lorax MNU Activities

The Lorax is another great story from Dr Seuss. A simple picture book with a very important message. Watch a reading of the story You Tube – The Lorax

Don’t be fooled into thinking this book and the linked activities are suitable only for younger learners. the book and it’s message is enjoyed from P1 to P7.

The Lorax speaks for the trees. The broadcaster David Attenborough says,

“No one will protect what they don’t care about; and no one will care about what they have never experienced”

Calculate the Height of a Local Tree CfE Es and Os MNU MNU 1-11a, 2-11a, 2 -11b

Learning though Landscapes have identified 10 different ways to measure the height of a tree without cutting it down and laying it out on the ground.

The different methods range from very simple to challenging mathematical techniques. Many of these activities will also help you appreciate the beauty and usefulness of trees.

10 Ways to Measure a Tree

OR try this method from the RHS School Gardening website

How Tall is That Tree?

Apple World CfE Es and Os MNU 1-07a, 2-07a, 2- 07b

In this activity you use your knowledge of fractions and cut up an apple to represent the different parts of the world and their importance for living things on it. You will need an apple and a knife.

Find instructions on what to do in PLAY, LEARN AND HAVE FUN!

The booklet has many ideas for games and activities you can try out with members of your household.

Follow the links below to find out how our individual actions might support the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. https://www.globalgoals.org/