Deforestation Video

 

 

This video introduces young people to the causes and consequences of global deforestation. It explains how forests are cleared for activities such as logging, agriculture, cattle ranching, and the production of commodities, and shows how these actions damage ecosystems, accelerate climate change, and put millions of species at risk. The video highlights the impact on rainforest wildlife, including iconic species that rely on dense forest cover for food, shelter, and survival, helping learners understand the scale and urgency of the problem.

The resource also encourages viewers to think critically about the links between human choices and environmental change. It explores how deforestation affects communities, biodiversity, and the planet, while highlighting how conservation efforts, sustainable land use, and responsible consumer habits can help protect forests. The video supports both classroom and independent learning by presenting complex global issues in an accessible and engaging way.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand what deforestation is and identify its main causes

• Recognise the environmental impact of forest loss, including effects on wildlife and climate

• Explore how human activities and global trade contribute to deforestation

• Learn how sustainable choices and conservation actions can help protect forests

Curriculum Links:

• Science: Ecosystems, biodiversity, environmental change

• Geography: Human impact on the environment, land use, global habitats

• Citizenship: Sustainable choices, conservation action, global responsibility

• PSHE: Understanding global issues and how individual choices can help