Biological diversity supported by an area is a good indicator of its ecological well being.
If your school has the canopy of trees along the school boundary wall , it will not be surprising to see one day it has become the dwelling place of
so many species of animals and birds. its nothing but you are watching live biodiversity!
Biodiversity
Biological diversity is an imprecise term that may refer to diversity in a gene, species, community of species, or ecosystem, it is often contracted to biodiversity.
This is a fine opportunity to reflect on humankinds relationship with the rest of life on earth---- its biodiversity.
you can do following activities
Transform the school land into a learning landscape.
School gardens can become mini-farms and a source of healthy and nutritious food and medicines
Make a herbal garden with medicinal plants and vulnerable and endangered plants.
you can also prepare Questionnaire as follows to improve knowledge and awareness
1. Which is the oldest tree in your school?
Approximate age ___________
Species ____________________
2. How many medicinal plants are there in your school?
Number of plants _____________
Common name________________
Scientific name________________
Medicinal values_______________