Children’s reading comprehension improved greatly when reading about topics that interested them, such as animal conservation. This came in the form of books, pamphlets, magazines, and more.
Once a town has been established as a bird sanctuary, deeds such as erecting feeding stations, planting fruit bearing shrubs, and discouraging disruptive behavior can help your town become a real sanctuary.
The idea that promoting conservation education in public schools is being realized by teachers, with clubs and lessons being geared toward the subject.
With the urging from Principal Gregory and biologist Mr. LD Woodruff, conservation programs and clubs have been popping up at Mountain View school in Wilkes County. These programs have both garnered and fulfilled interests in students.
A wildlife education program was introduced into the Jones County public schools, which resulted in exhibits about conservation and passed ideas onto other students and adults.
With a proclamation from the mayor for the protection of wildlife, the garden club erected signs and set up an education program for both adults and children teaching them about the economic and aesthetic value of birds.
With the goal to further develop an appreciation for natural resources, Junior Wildlife clubs were formed in some schools, children became more familiar with state and county agencies, and additional interest was created in science, amongst other things.
Combining conservation education with reading education increased student’s reading abilities as well as their determination to protect natural resources.
Sand Hill High School in Buncombe County has founded several junior wildlife clubs and its classroom curriculum emphasizes the importance of conservation, whether it be for soil, wildlife, or nature.