Think about both the positive and negative effects that this might have. The new houses may help to make the area look smarter, and may give people homes in an area where it is difficult to buy a house.

Think about how the park is used. Do lots of people use it? What do they use it for? How important is it?

You might like to look at a map to see how many other green spaces and woodlands there are in the surrounding area.

Print out the table and use it to list the positive and negative effects of the proposed development.

Table

Decide if you think this proposed development would be a good idea or a bad idea.

Write a paragraph of text explaining your reasons.

Design a poster

Design a poster to tell other people why it would be a good or a bad thing to develop your local park.

What images could you use to help people understand what they are gaining or losing? Think of a slogan which could inspire or persuade people.

How could you get people to support your campaign?