Lesson Overview: In this lesson, students learn about Wangari Maathai, an environmental scientist, activist, and Nobel Prize Laureate.  Wangari Maathai began the Green Belt Movement that has, over time, led to the reforestation of large parts of Africa, especially her native Kenya.  Be inspired by Wangari Maathai and then plant your own trees, either inside … Continue reading Role Models #2: Wangari Maathai