Books
"Little Green Books" Series
This trio of books includes Max, an environmentally irresponsible little monster who learns the importance of reducing, reusing and recycling, in "I Can Save the Earth!", as well documentaries that explain the "life" of a recycled plastic bottle and an aluminum can.
The EARTH Book by Todd Parr
In addition to giving Todd Parr's always colorful, kid-friendly approach, this book itself lives its message as it's created with environmentally friendly inks and printed on recycled materials. Go Todd Parr!
Videos
Short, clever and to the point - great video for kids of any age!
Click to watch the Dr Seuss' Original Lorax animated TV special from 1972. It's timeless!
Daunting images of people's wasteful choices change to hopeful ones then end with a reminder to take care of our earth.
Powerful and perfect for upper grades!
Earth Day Video for Kids
Everything living thing on earth is important, no matter how big or small. That's the message of this video and the Little Earth Charter they ask kids to take along with them. Great for younger students.
Absolutely beautiful song and images. Sung by Nick Kello. Sorry, not able to upload an image but please click on the link above. You'll be rewarded with a celebration of the diversity and beauty of our planet and an inspiring reminder to take care of it! Great for second grade on up.
Online Games
Kids play informative games that teach them about the environment, conservation and how they can take a role to help protect the earth.
It's easier to clean up someone else's messes! Kids sort recycling, garbage and things that can be composted as they tidy up the room.
Printables
Make Earth Day part of learning all day long
Check out these free learning activities on Teacherpayteachers:
This poster lets kids share ideas with their writing.
Players match homophone pairs and record them.
Watch the story of how Earth Day came to be.
Talking Points
Kid-friendly tips for saving energy and protecting our earth: could be used for making posters in groups then sharing in a class discussion.
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