NST021: NATIONAL TRAINING SERVICE PROGRAM

Lesson 11: Tree Planting Activity

Student Activity Sheet

Lesson title: Tree Planting Activity Materials: Seedlings

Learning Targets: Tree seedlings, soil, pots and area for planting
At the end of the module, students will be able to: Reference/s:
1. Participate in a home-based tree planting activity. https://www.youtube.com/watch?
2. Talk about the importance of planting trees. v=UnwMq1gGjhk
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=zarll9bx6FI
https://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=aKyvGHycngM
https://www.flipscience.ph/plants-and-
animals/5-facts-for
ests-philippines/
https://essc.org.ph/content/view/100/

A. CONNECT (5 mins)
1. What have you realized after learning lesson 10? Isn’t it important to plant trees?
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2. Have you experienced planting and growing trees? How was it?
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B. COACH (Do and Think) (40 mins)

Activity 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UnwMq1gGjhk
2. Why do cities need trees? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zarll9bx6FI and
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKyvGHycngM

In a recent news report on Inquirer.net, air pollution is costing the Philippines P4.5
trillion and causing tens of thousands of deaths in a year. This was according to a
new report assessing air quality since the implementation of the Clean Air Act 20
years ago. This environmental concern, however, doesn’t end one way. Thanks to
the trees, they can improve air quality in indirect and direct ways. An average size
tree produces enough oxygen in one year to keep a family of four breathing.
Tree planting as an act of care and concern for the environment will empower our NSTP students
to make the environment a safer, greener, and more sustainable place. In relation to the lesson, “The
Community,” tree planting is one of the most environmentally-friendly activities that NSTP students can do
for the community. It is where you can engage in to help not only the environment but also to connect with
others to work together to do something worthwhile for the local community.
Just like how responsible parents take care of their young children in order for them to become
useful citizens in the future, plant nurturers should also be responsible for their plants for them to survive.

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We all know that greeneries play a vital role in our life since they make our body and the environment
healthy.
In order for plants to thrive, one should give them sufficient water regularly at proper intervals.
Summer is fast approaching, and it is best to consider when to keep your plants hydrated. In the absence
of sunlight, it is impossible for plants to grow properly. Photosynthesis only happens in the presence of
sunlight. However, it is good to note that too much heat and cold can be harmful for them.
Potted young plants must be kept away from the intense heat by putting them in a shady area.
Finally, in order for the plants to receive proper nutrients, fertilizers such as manures, water-soluble
fertilizer, and compost fertilizer, among others, are applied.

C. CHECK (25 mins) Instructions: 1

My Seven-Week Challenge to Nurture the Nature

You can contact your Local Government Unit as they already have seedlings prepared to be
planted. You may also obtain it from your backyard, friend or neighbor. In choosing a seedling,
Week 1 avoid the one that looks over or under watered. Also, avoid the one that shows signs of
physical or insect damage.
Choosing a seedling
You may also germinate your preferred seed if you can’t obtain a seedling from your LGU or
anywhere nearby. Don’t forget to take pictures or short videos of your first journey and record
your progress for this week through your journal.

Once you transfer the seedling in another container such as plastic, plastic bottle or pot, you
can mix the soil with enough available fertilizer.
Week 2
Place it in a shady location with good ventilation. Gradually expose the seedling to sunlight
Starting your routine several hours a day. The seedling may need to be watered more than once a day, so it is
better that you check on it regularly.

Talk to your plant. You can even name it and consider it your friend or family member.

Don’t forget to take pictures or short videos of this journey and record your progress for this
week through your journal.

If you have a water-soluble fertilizer, you may prepare the mixture and apply it twice a week.
You may use boiled crushed eggshells, or you can make compost tea to level up your home-
Week 3 made plant fertilizer. At this time, prepare your location for transplant by removing the rocks
and the roots of weeds.
Fertilizing your
Then, moisten it with water. Don’t forget to take pictures or short videos of this journey and
seedling
record your progress for this week through your journal.

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Check the moisture of the soil. It should not be soaking wet. Level the surface using a rake
or anything that can do the same. Dig a planting hole that’s a little bit bigger than the
Week 4 plant’s root ball and about as deep.

Transplanting your Place the seedling in the planting hole at the same depth that it was growing in the pot.
You should be able to cover the seedling with about 1⁄4 inch of soil.
seedling
Fill in with soil around the root ball. Gently tamp down the soil around the seedling so
there’s good contact between the seedling’s roots and the soil.

Soak the soil around new seedlings immediately after transplanting in order to settle the
roots, eliminate air pockets, and reduce the potential of transplant shock. Don’t forget to
take pictures or short videos of this journey and record your progress for this week through
your journal.

The challenge now is to maintain the healthy condition of the plant.

Week 5-7 Give the seedling a good amount of fertilizer to ensure that phosphorus - which promotes
strong root development - is available in the root zone of new transplant.
Keeping the plant
Continue watering it at least twice a day. In case your plant is infested with ants or bugs,
healthy wipe it off with cotton swab dipped in alcohol or vegetable oil or spray them with
insecticidal soap.

Talk to your plant. Let the plant get to know you more through your constant care.

Explain to the plant its importance to you, your family and to the community. Don’t forget to
take pictures or short videos of this journey until the 7th week.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)

What is photosynthesis? It is the process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen
and energy in the form of sugar.

What is germination of seed germination? It is the process of seeds developing into new plants.

What is compost? Compost is a mixture of ingredients used to fertilize and improve the soil. It is commonly
prepared by decomposing plant and food waste and recycling organic materials.

How can I make my seedlings grow faster and stronger? Heat, light, and fertilizer are three ways to improve
seedling vigor and make them grow faster.

How do I protect the trees around me? I should cooperate with the government to grow more trees and to protect
the forests. I should avoid cutting down trees, especially in the forests. I should also protect forests from fire.

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Which tree species best thrive in our land? Teak grows very poorly in sandy or acidic soils as the tree is known to
need a lot of calcium to develop properly. Honduran Mahogany, on the other hand, is best suited to clay and loam as
the tree flourishes in moist types of soil. Refer to https://essc.org.ph/content/view/100/ for the complete list.

What are the dangers of choosing the wrong location for planting? Some of the problems that can be avoided
by selecting the proper tree for the available planting space are: Damage to houses through cracked foundations,
leaves in gutters or abrasion of tree limbs hitting the house; Cracked pavement of sidewalks, driveways, porches and
patios; Sewer lines or septic tanks clogged by roots; Dangerous screening by obscuring traffic signs, pedestrians or
vehicles; Storm damage and electrical problems from trees or limbs affecting utility lines; and Blocking scenic
views or windows.

Lesson Take-away (5 mins):

1. Write a 2-minute speech on the importance of planting trees.

Intro: (1 sentence) Why planting trees is very important to our society?

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Body: (3 Important things/benefits of planting trees)

1.Trees can help people by absorbing carbon dioxide and reducing pollution.

2. The trees help to protect our homes and our families from the storm it can prevent/reduces the severity
of flood and pollution

3. It helps not only to protect the humans but also to protect living organisms.

Conclusion: (1 sentence or an environmental quote)

Trees are very important especially to humans and living organisms on earth. It helps to prevent risk in our
society, it helps to reduce floods, landslides, pollution and severity of typhoons.
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You will be graded according to:

Content: 10 points

Organization: 5 points (intro, body and conclusion)

Structure (grammatical): 5 points

Total; 20 points

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