About PLT
Who We Are
Project Learning Tree® (PLT) is an award-winning, interdisciplinary, environmental education program designed for classroom teachers, homeschool educators, natural resource professionals, extension agents, nature center staff, camp staff, and all others interested in working with students in pre-kindergarten through grade twelve. PLT uses trees and forests as the context to help young people gain an awareness and knowledge of natural and built environments. PLT stimulates students' critical and creative thinking; develop students' ability to make informed decisions on environmental issues; and instills a commitment of responsible action on behalf of the environment.
Trained facilitators conduct workshops throughout Florida. During the workshops, participants receive the PreK - 8 Activity Guide or Secondary Module and experience first-hand the fun, hands-on, easy-to-use activities. Participants may receive additional PLT materials depending on the theme of the workshop.
PLT...
- can be used in both rural and urban environments, whether there is a forest or a single tree.
- is correlated to the Sunshine State Standards.
- teaches students how to think, not what to think about our complex environment.
- provides a balanced approach to environmental issues.
- is fun!
Project Learning Tree is a program of the American Forest Foundation, locally sponsored and coordinated by the School of Forest Resources and Conservation, University of Florida; Florida Division of Forestry; 4H Florida; and Florida Forestry Association.
Contact Us
For additional information contact:
- Jenny Seitz, Florida PLT Coordinator
School of Forest Resources and Conservation
University of Florida/IFAS
P.O. Box 110410
Gainesville, FL 32611-0831 - Phone: (352) 846-2329
Fax: (352) 846-2094
Suncom: 623-2329 - Email: jacohen@ufl.edu