Christmas tree dichotomous key worksheets and digital activities

Combine Christmas and classification science with these fun, Christmas tree dichotomous keys. These activities allow students to practice their observation and identification skills by following a key to name the owners of 8 Christmas trees, before writing a key of their own.

There are options for both print (worksheets) and digital (PowerPoint and Google Slides). A link to the digital Google Slides version is contained in the teacher notes.

You can see a full preview of the print version. The digital version is the same but with editable text boxes for students to write their answers.

What's included?

• 'Use a key' activity. There are 2 similar options (one black/white and one color). Both have 8 Christmas trees.
• 'Write a key' activity. Students fill in the template for 4 trees.
• Notes for students with tips on how to use and write a dichotomous key.
• Answers
• Versions for US and UK paper sizes.