June 10th

By Mutt Mulligan

Benefits of Trees & Grass

Trees and grass aren’t just fun to play under and run in, they also provide a multitude of services.

Trees and grass offer many benefits.

Grass helps prevent soil erosion, stabilize dust and help cool the environment. Trees provide shade, habitat and protection from wind and rain. They also help regulate the gases in our atmosphere.

Here’s an idea as summer break approaches. Have your child draw a picture of some grass and trees and label it with the benefits that trees and grass provide. Visit your local library or nursery – or go online – to research other benefits of our trees and grasses to add to the picture.

For more great ideas on how to use the green spaces around us to help your family learn this summer, check out TurfMutt’s Family Activities Guide.