Tree Game

The preservation of unique and scientifically significant tree specimens, both in situ and ex-situ, is essential for safeguarding plant biodiversity and genetic resources. The display plots at the Yerevan Botanical Garden house many such tree species, valued not only for their scientific importance but also for their eco-educational potential.

In 2023, funding from Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) supported the launch of a project aimed at creating an eco-educational and communication platform. This initiative seeks to spark curiosity among visitors—particularly schoolchildren and young people—about the botanical collections in the garden, while broadening their knowledge of plant sciences.

A key feature of the project is the “Tree Game” a team-based educational activity designed to familiarize participants with unique and interesting tree species, reveal fascinating facts, and strengthen teamwork skills.

For the game, 200 cards were printed, each containing 11 multiple-choice questions and a map of the botanical garden. An additional set of 200 cards with correct answers, along with 11 tree signs featuring hints, were also produced. These signs were strategically placed near important tree specimens identified by researchers from the Institute of Botany. The cards are distributed free to school groups visiting the garden.Participants are divided into teams and use the map to locate the signs and find hints to answer the questions. The team that answers the most questions correctly in the shortest time earns the highest score.