At the end of this lesson, the students will be able to demonstrate an understanding that a habitat is a home, and native habitats are the best and only home for native species. Background From their leafy branches to their tangled roots, trees provide a habitat for a host of plants and animals. In this activity, children will inventory the plants and animals that live in, on, and around trees and discover how plants and animals depend on trees in many ways. The tree does not have to be alive. Even dead trees, or snags, can provide a habitat for a number of different species. Students will use Duration: 60 Minutes.