Earth Day Ideas for Teachers and Parents

Earth Day serves as a reminder that we can all make a difference by working together toward a healthier planet. Here are some "Green" ideas and activities for you to do with your children or students.

Ideas:
*    Separate your recyclables with your child
*    Practice saving water by turning it off while brushing teeth or only watering the lawn on certain days of the week
*    Recycle paper (find out how to make paper at http://www.make-stuff.com/recycling/paper.html
*    Make a compost and put lunch or dinnertime scraps in it
*    Only use eco-friendly cleaners in your home
*    Make a vegetable garden
*    Pack your child a healthy lunch
*     Use energy saving light bulbs
*    Join http://ww2.earthday.net/ and find local events going on in your area


Activities:
*    Make a class book by having each child contribute one page on how to save the planet
*    Give Earth Day Awards to students who pick up trash around the campus
*    Have an essay contest
*    Teach your class outside and enjoy the fresh air
*    Wear Green to show support of Earth Day
*    Plant flowers or a tree
*    Plan a lesson on endangered species


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