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Growing Native
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Educational Resources

Lessons, games, and hands-on activities that connect classrooms and community groups to native trees and the Potomac watershed.

For Educators at Every Level

Elementary, middle, and high school teachers, as well as college, university, and non-formal educators, can use Growing Native to teach students the value of native trees. Materials support meaningful classroom and community projects tied to seed collection and watershed stewardship.

Tools for Learning

Close-up of acorns and a walnut nestled in dried autumn leaves in warm brown and amber tones

Games & Quizzes

Participatory activities help students explore the value of trees and forests in an engaging, hands-on way.

Close-up of acorns and walnuts piled on autumn leaves in brown and gold tones, cozy seasonal mood

Nut Buddy Cards

One of several printable tools designed to help students identify seeds and connect with tree species.

Low angle view of a forest path covered in fallen acorns and leaves under a green canopy, earthy mood

Education Guide

The Growing Native Education Guide offers practical lessons and stewardship activities for classrooms and groups.

Additional Materials

Boy Scout troop leaders have access to additional educational materials to support seed collection and tree identification projects with their scouts.

  • Lessons connecting native trees to healthy streams and forests
  • Stewardship activities suited to a range of age groups
  • Printable identification aids, including Nut Buddy Cards
  • Support materials for Boy Scout troop leaders

Keep Exploring

Ground-level view of numerous acorns scattered among autumn leaves in a wooded area, brown and amber colors

Pair classroom lessons with our tree identification and species list resources, or learn how students and groups can take part as volunteers in seed collection.

View Tree ID & Species Lists  |  See Volunteer Opportunities