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Title: Trees + Me = Forestry, Forest Resources Intermediate Member's Manual
Description of Resource: Trees + Me = Forestry, Forest Resources Intermediate Member's Manual introduces the student to trees beginning with basic tree identification and tree growth, including examination of the life cycle of paper birch. Forest succession along with different forest types are highlighted. Activities also include finding your way through a forest using a compass and map. Trees + Me = Forestry describes several careers in natural resources including forest and wildlife manager, wood scientist, silviculturist, and forest engineer. At the end of each topic area are suggested fair or science projects.
Author/Producer: Mary Kroll/Robert Hansen
Topic Areas Covered: Forest Management, Reforestation, Trees
Type of Resource: Curriculum, Book/Magazine
For Grade Levels: PreK - 6, 7-9
Publication Dates: 1991
Length: 48 pages
Cost: $5.00 + Shipping
Is It Available for Loan: No
Is Training Necessary: No
Language: English
Educational or Informational: Educational
Recommended Enhancements to Accompany This Resource: "Treetop, 4-H Forest Resources Beginner Guide" (for 6-9 years old)(BU-6201-FRD) and "Forest Forever, Forest Resources Advanced Member's Manual" (for teenagers) (#BU-3490-FRD) project manuals.
Geographic Location
Notes: Trees + Me = Forestry, Forest Resources Intermediate Member's Manual (#BU-3408-FRD)
F.R.E.E. Network's Evaluation Criteria: AC
To Order This Resource Contact: University of Minnesota Extension Service, Distribution Center
Address: 1420 Eckles Ave
405 Coffey Hall
  St Paul, MN 55108-6069
Phone: 1-800-876-8636
Fax: (612) 625-6281
E-Mail: ShopExtension@umn.edu
URL:

http://shop.extension.umn.edu/PublicationDetail.aspx?ID=477


Our Message and Evaluation Criteria:

A

Everything is made from natural resources and natural resources must come from somewhere.

B

The gathering and processing of all natural resources have environmental impacts.

C

Responsible production and use of wood - a renewable resource - is environmentally sound.