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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