Khadra and her friends are forced inside as their village bakes under the sweltering desert sun. When her uncle gives the gift of a sapling the young girl embarks on a remarkable journey where one tree soon becomes many. As the forest grows the children thrive in the cool air and fresh rains. This exquisite story captures the simple joys of nature while teaching students how easy it is to make personal choices that help our planet.
This book reinforces science learning about plant growth and trees while also offering a cultural literary experience. The traditional story would make a great introduction to an outdoor sensory hike where students capture their feelings with words and pictures.
Older students could investigate the role of forest ecosystems in maintaining climate and develop a school action project to plant native trees around the school. The tree planting could be combined with a First Nations cultural experience where community members use traditional stories and songs to describe the value of forests.
The following tool will allow you to explore the relevant curriculum matches for this resource. To start, select a province listed below.