The Lorax Unit Study

 

The Lorax written by Dr. Suess is a classic tale that encourages our children to consider the world around them.

• Earth Day: April 22
• Arbor Day: April 24

Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not. – Dr. Suess

The Book

The Lorax (Classic Seuss)

Other versions: 

• The Lorax Pop-Up!
• How to Help the Earth-by the Lorax (Step into Reading)

The Movie

Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax

Other versions:

• Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax {Instant Video}
• The Lorax (Deluxe Edition)
• Dr. Seuss – The Lorax/Pontoffel Pock & His Magic Piano

Crafts

• This sweet Lorax Craft uses cupcake liners for the trees and the Lorax!
• You’re kids will love wearing these Lorax Sunglasses!
• This cute Lorax is made out of a recycled toilet paper roll.
• Here’s a fun paper plate Lorax that uses your child’s handprint!
• Lot’s of Lorax ideas here – I love the flower pot Lorax!
• And these Truffula Trees are adorable!
• These Torn Paper Truffula Trees look like fun!
• Learn how to make Truffula Tree Pencils and make school work more fun.
• Make these “UNLESS” cement garden stones for your yard.
• This Lorax Mask is easy to make with a paper plate!

Snack Ideas and Recipes

• The Lorax and Trees Cracker Snack Plate
• The Lorax Dinner Makeover
• The Lorax Cake
• Babybel Cheese Lorax
• The Lorax Truffula Tree Treats
• The Lorax Nutter Butter Cookies

FREE Printable

• Click here to Download the Lorax Quote Printable. 

Music, Videos, & Media

• Dr. Suess, The Lorax, “Let It Grow” Song
• Dr. Suess, The Lorax, “Thneedville Song”
• The Lorax iPhone App
• Dr. Suess “The Lorax Quest” Games and Activities
• Plant a Tree for Your Tomorrow by John Denver
• How to Plant a Tree
• How to Draw the Lorax

Activities for Learning

• The Lorax Lapbook and Printables
• The Lorax Craft and Sensory Bin
• The Lorax: Speak for the Trees Giant Puzzle
• The Lorax Activities and Lessons
• Lots of Lorax Coloring Pages and Activities here.
• Lorax Math Printable
• Lorax Lego Building Instructions
• Truffula Tree Number Matching
• The Lorax Activitiy Sheet
• The Lorax Diagrams and Worksheets
• Sort It Out Recycling Worksheet and More
• How to Draw the Lorax Printable
• Printable Writing Prompt
• Roll a Dice Lorax Game
• National Wildlife Federation Field Guide to Trees of North America
• Kids Activities that Explore Ecology
• The Lorax Printable Copywork Pages
• A Tuffula Tree Measuring Freebie
• Celebrate Earth Day with The Lorax
• Homeschool Freebies: Trees

In the Feild

Visit a local nursery and purchase a tree to plant in your yard. Fruit trees are especially fun! Over the years we’ve planted a tree in honor of each of our children – so they have their own “special” tree. You can also get 10 FREE Treese when you Join the National Arbor Day Foundation.

Just For Fun: Your child might enjoy owning his/ her very own Lorax!

Also on UnitStudyIdeas.com: 

• Earth Day Unit Study
• Books About Earth Day
• Books About Recycling