1. Write a letter to a local leader about an ecological issue in your area. Ask a trusted adult to help you find an address for your city or county office. Your parent or guardian can help you
decide whether or not to send the letter. In your letter, be sure to discuss the following
questions:
What is the issue?
How is this issue an ecological issue?
How does it relate to conservation?
Why is this a problem for your local area?
What can citizens do to help?
2. Edit your letter. Check for spelling and grammar errors. Ask a trusted adult to read your work.
Be sure your letter is in the business letter format shown below. You may use a pretend
address for your own privacy. However, if you choose to send the letter to your local officials.
you should use your real address, so they can respond