Plant Heroes

Join four student heroes in
learning how to protect plants from
serious bugs and diseases.

Leveled lessons for grades K–12
Lesson Plans

Science, biology, social studies, and language arts materials for every grade:

Seedlings (K–4)

Teach kids why we need plants and how they grow. GO NOW >

Saplings (5–8)

Students explore the ecosystem services that plants provide and investigate the impact that invasive species have on native populations and the environment.
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Trees (9–12)

Students study how invasive species affect biodiversity and learn how to help with early detection.
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Teaching Tools

Additional ways to reinforce
classroom learning:

Student Field Guide

Identify it! This field guide details signs, symptoms, and characteristics of different bugs, as well as the signs and symptoms of bug-related diseases. GO NOW >

Experiential Learning

See it! Connect with staff at a nearby public garden and coordinate a field trip so your students can learn more about plants and the environment. SIGN UP HERE >

Community Tree Mapping Project

Map it! Have students map the host trees around your school or in their neighborhood. Can't find the invaders if you don't know where to look! GO NOW >
Student Interactives

Engage students’ interest in protecting their neighborhood trees and local ecosystems.