American Chestnut

This four-page, full-color publication tells the history of American Chestnut, the blight that wiped it out, and research on blight resistant chestnut trees. It is part of an educational series for youth. (2004)

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Cost: Free
PDF: click here (833K)

The educational effectiveness of the flier can be evaluated through the use of one of two pre and post-experiences designed especially for youth. Each experience is one-page in length, specific to their flier topic, and employs a selection of simple testing formats, such as fill-in the blank, matching, ordering, or a "crossword puzzle." The same experience is intended for use before/after the flier is used as part of an educational activity.

Lesson Plan (40K pdf)
Pre/post experience example #1 (12K pdf)
Pre/post experience example #2 (13K pdf)

From the Woods Series

• From the Woods: Maple Syrup, A Taste of Nature
• From the Woods: Forest Stewardship
• From the Woods: Hardwood Lumber
• From the Woods: Harvesting Trees
• From the Woods: White-Tailed Deer
• From the Woods: Watersheds
• From the Woods: Paper!
• From the Woods: Hardwood Veneer
• From the Woods: Incredible Wood
• From the Woods: Sustainable Forestry
• From the Woods: American Chestnut
• From the Woods: Ten Important Hardwoods
• From the Woods: Community Forests