Rainforest Destruction: A Shocking Illustration for Children

One graphic illustration to which children might readily relate is the estimate that rainforests are being destroyed at a rate equivalent to a thousand football fields every forty minutes - about the duration of a normal classroom period. This estimate helps children understand the speed at which rainforests are disappearing. The comparison to football fields makes it relatable and easier to comprehend. It's like losing an area the size of a thousand football fields in just forty minutes. This time frame is about the duration of a normal classroom period.