Laukahi Kids Poster
Resource Title: Discover Hawaiʻi's Diverse and Rare Plants
Organization: Laukahi: The Hawaiʻi Plant Conservation Network
Description:

Explore and discover Hawaiʻi's native and rare plants with Liko Laukahi. Liko is a forest spirit that loves to show others the amazing plants that make our islands so special. This poster is for classrooms, kids, and families who are ready to learn all about native Hawaiian plants, why they are endangered, what makes them special, and how they can help them.

Target Audience: 3rd - 5th grade, 6th - 8th grade
Instructional Roles: Enrichment
Environment: Classroom
Content Type: STEM investigation
Type Of Engagement: Play / Explore
Format: Infographic, PDF Guide
Activity:

Learn

  • Using the poster, learn about Hawaiʻi's diverse and rare native plants
  • What is considered a "native" plant
  • Threats to native plants and why they are endangered
  • Steps everyone can take to protect them

Explore

  • Students of all ages should continue exploring the great outdoors to enjoy Hawaiʻi's native plants, habitats, and wildlife

Protect Plants

  • Follow the steps on the poster to protect native plants when exploring
  • Tell your friends and family what you've learned about native plants so they can protect them too
  • Connect with the conservation community through volunteering and with Laukahi
  • Support the next generation of land stewards by encouraging their love and discovery of plants
Topics Covered:
  • Plant diversity in Hawaiʻi
  • Conservation status of native plants
  • Contribute to protecting native plants

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