Youth Engagement

YOUTH ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATION

A goal of the Land Trust Alliance of British Columbia is to educate youth about the importance of land trusts and to encourage active participation in conservation efforts. We believe that educating the next generation will provide long term benefits to the conservation and restoration of BC’s natural and cultural heritage. This section provides a wide range of resources for parents, teachers, teens, and children.

Resources for Parents and Teachers

Information for Teachers and Parents:

• Intro to Land Trusts and Conservation
• Connecting Youth with Nature – LEAF Poll
• Connecting Youth with Nature – LEAF Poll Summary
• Taking Action Guide – Duck’s Unlimited

Lesson Plans for Kids (Ages 7-12):

• Conservation for Kids
• Grades 2-4
• Grades 5-7

Resources for Kids (Ages 7-12)

Printable Activities:

• Activity Booklet
• Word Search
• Pollution Activity

Resources for Teens (Ages 13-17)

Education:

• Conservation 101
• The Greenhouse Effect

Get Involved:

• Involvement Infographic