Trees & Greenspaces
Health Benefits of Nature
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Philly Trivia
100
This type of small greenspace—also known as a pocket park—is popular in Philadelphia
Minipark!
100
True or False: Spending time in nature can help improve/reduce blood pressure.
True.
100
What does LeadIN stand for?
Leadership in Nature!
100
This TV show, created by a Philly native, is set in a Philadelphia public school
Abbott Elementary
200
This part of a tree allows it to get water and nutrients from the soil
the roots.
200
You get this essential vitamin from sunlight that helps keep your bones strong and healthy
Vitamin D!
FYI: People with black and brown skin (ie: all of us!) need more vitamin D, since melanin reduces how much sunlight the body takes in
200
What part of Philly is Ms. Janaiya from?
WEST PHILLY!
200
Philadelphia is known for having the most of these compared to any other U.S city
A). Rats
B.) Trees
C.) Art Murals
D.) Parks
Art Murals!
300
This Philly park is one of the largest urban parks in the U.S.
Fairmount Park
300
This type of crime is shown to decrease when communities invest in greening efforts like planting trees and greening vacant lots
Gun violence.
300
What high school did Mr. James attend?
Motivation High School (formally known as Bartram Motivation Center)
300
This Philly-born boxer and civil rights activist became a global icon and once lived in Overbrook Park
Muhammad Ali
400
The Philly Tree Plan aims to increase the city’s _____ _____ by 30% by 2030. (Hint: This is defined as the percentage of land shaded by the leaves, branches, and stems of trees.)
Tree Canopy
400
Spending time outside has been shown to reduce symptoms of these two common mental health condition in teens
Depression & Anxiety.
400
What is Ms. Dianne's dream job?
Urban Farmer!
400
This popular drink was invented at Reading Terminal Market in the 1800s
Root Beer.
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