Trees Lesson 2: Deciduous and Coniferous Trees

This lesson will have students discover the difference between broad leaf trees (or deciduous trees) and needle trees (coniferous trees).  This activity can be set up as a centre with Lessons 3, 4 and 5.  Flash cards included in this lesson demonstrate six species of coniferous trees and six species of deciduous trees.  All 12 species of trees are native to Manitoba.

This product includes:

• Teacher’s Guide
• Two sets of flash cards
• Lesson Plan print out

Outcome:
Students will be able to sort trees into needle trees (coniferous) and broad leaf trees (deciduous).