The rain forest is a beautiful place, teeming with life and an abundance of natural resources. The rain forest is also disappearing at an alarming rate. This is caused by those who wish to make use of the natural resources and vast land area which the rain forest holds. Farmers cut down forested areas to make room for cattle and crops.
Miners dig in the rain forest to find diamonds and gold.
Rivers are dammed to create reservoirs and hydroelectric power. We have commissioned your classroom with this task. You will work in small groups and as a class to explore and answer these questions. There will be much discussion and debate as you seek to find the answers. You'll find there is seldom an answer which can please everyone.