Project Learning Tree Workshop

Massachusetts Project Learning Tree will hold an K-8 Educator Workshop on Thursday, August 24, from 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Quabbin Reservoir’s Blue Meadow Conference Center in Belchertown.

Project Learning Tree® is an award-winning, nationally-recognized environmental education program of the Sustainable Forestry Initiative.  PLT focuses on trees, forests, forest ecology and their place in human culture and enterprise.
PLT curriculum develops awareness, engages critical thinking skills and promotes constructive action.  Developed for different age/grade levels – early childhood (PreK –K), PreK-8, and themed modules for secondary educators – the interdisciplinary curriculum is designed for diverse teaching and learning styles.  It fosters awareness, engages critical thinking skills and promotes constructive action.

Try out Project Learning Tree’s award-winning activities and discuss how they apply to your teaching situation.  Learn about PLT’s many on-line supporting resources. The curriculum connects school-age children with trees, forests and human’s impact on the natural world. Hands-on; minds-on experiences incorporate science, English language arts, social studies and math. 

The workshop is geared toward lower elementary educators, but all are welcome.   Receive the 96-activity Curriculum Guide, handouts, and a certificate of completion.  PDP’s may be earned.  

Cost is $20 per person.  For questions or to pre-register (by August 17 please) please contact Maria.Beiter@state.ma.us

Project Learning Tree is sponsored in Massachusetts by the Department of Conservation and Recreation with support from the Massachusetts Forest Alliance.