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World Earth Day Crafts And Activities

April 9, 2021 by Shellie Wilson

Let me begin by saying every day should be Earth Day, but it isn’t. So April 22nd has been set aside every year to make sure that people around the world stop and take notice of the world around them. Sounds obvious right? but it is not, it is a moment to be grateful and an opportunity to help mother nature too.

As we continue to face pressing environmental issues, it is more important than ever to educate our children about the significance of Earth Day and encourage them to take action.

One of the best ways to teach children about Earth Day is through fun and engaging activities that inspire them to become stewards of the planet. This roundup of kids’ crafts to celebrate World Earth Day is a great place to start. These crafts not only serve as a creative outlet for children, but they also provide an opportunity to learn about environmental issues and how we can all do our part to protect the planet.

It’s important to note that while making crafts is a great way to celebrate Earth Day, we shouldn’t stop there. It’s equally important to take action in our communities and make a difference in the world around us. Simple actions like picking up rubbish, planting trees, or saving a wildlife habitat can go a long way in protecting our planet. Every little thing we do matters and can make a difference.

Earth Day serves as a reminder to all of us that we need to take care of our planet. By teaching children about environmental issues and encouraging them to take action, we can help create a better future for generations to come. So, let’s celebrate Earth Day with these fun crafts and also take action in our communities to make a positive impact on the planet.

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Earth Day Windsocks

Earth Day Craft for Kids – The Resourceful Mama

Balloon Stamping Earth Day Craft For Kids

Paper Plate Earth – Craft Idea For Kids To Make On Earth Day Paper Plate Earth 

Earth Day Craft for Kids: Cupcake Liner Daisy

Earth Day Themed Playdough Invitation to Play

Earth Sensory Bottle Earth Day Spring Activity

Shaving Cream Painting Craft for Earth Day Helps Kids Create Their Own World 

Earth Template {FREE Printable PDF} 

Make a Recycled Newspaper Earth Day Garland

Earth Day Black Glue Craft -a stunning planet earth activity 

Earth day Worksheets and Activity books 

Easy Toilet Paper Roll Bird Feeder Craft

Recycled Egg Carton Tree – Kid’s Earth Day Craft Tutorial 

Earth Day Handprint & Photo Keepsake

Stained Glass Planet Earth {Earth Day Craft} 

Sensory Play Activity for Earth Day 

Earth Day Hand Print Craft To Celebrate Earth Day 

Layers of the Earth Playdough

Egg Head Planting Activity 

Earth Day Coffee Filter Craft 

Looking for some books to pair with these crafts? Check these out.

Teaching children how to make a positive impact on the environment can inspire them to become responsible and mindful citizens. Here are some ways children can make a difference in everyday life to protect the environment:

Reduce, reuse, and recycle: Teach children about the importance of reducing waste, reusing items when possible, and recycling. Show them how to sort recyclables and create a compost bin for organic waste.

Conserve water: Encourage children to turn off the faucet while brushing their teeth and take shorter showers. Teach them about the importance of conserving water and ways they can do their part.

Use eco-friendly products: Choose eco-friendly products when shopping for items such as cleaning supplies, personal care products, and school supplies.

Plant a garden: Planting a garden can be a fun and educational experience for children. It’s a great way to teach them about the importance of plants and how they help the environment.

Use public transportation, bike, or walk: Encourage children to use public transportation, bike, or walk instead of driving a car when possible. This helps reduce air pollution and is a great way to get exercise.

Pick up litter: Teach children about the importance of keeping the environment clean and litter-free. Encourage them to pick up litter they see on the street or in parks.

Support environmental organizations: Get children involved in supporting environmental organizations that work to protect the planet. This can be a great way for them to learn about different environmental issues and how they can help.

There are many ways children can make a difference in everyday life to protect the environment. By teaching children about their role in protecting the planet, we can inspire them to become responsible and mindful citizens who care about the environment.

Here are some Cheesy Earth Day Jokes to tell the kids. 

What did the tree say to the wind on Earth Day? Leaf me alone!

Why did the tomato turn red? Because it saw the salad dressing!

What did one recycled bottle say to the other? We get a lot of can-petition around here!

What is a tree’s favorite social media platform? Branch!

What did the bee say to the flower on Earth Day? Happy Bee-day!

Why did the banana go to the doctor? Because it wasn’t peeling well!

Why did the chicken cross the playground? To get to the other slide!

What did the ocean say to the beach on Earth Day? Nothing, it just waved!

What do you get when you cross a snowman and a shark? Frostbite!

How does a train eat on Earth Day? It chews, chews, chews its food!

 

 

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