Deforestation
Forests cover about 30% of the planet, but deforestation is clearing these essential habitats on a massive scale. What is deforestation? Find out the causes, effects, and solutions to deforestation.
Use the links below to view some of the deforestation issues critical to Latin America and the Caribbean.
Use the links below to view some of the deforestation issues critical to Latin America and the Caribbean.
Related Readings
In previous sections of this culture trunk we discussed the importance biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest and its inhabitants. The articles below discuss the severity of deforestation in the Amazon. When you are finished with the news articles pease read, discuss, and think critically the complex issue of deforestation in the activity below.
The article, "Brazil's Amazon: Deforestation 'surges to 12-year high'" may not be suitable for younger learners as it contains graphic images of the meat industry. Please use discretion for yourself and/or your students.
As an individual or a class, read through the slides and answer the questions regarding deforestation.
