Objective

By the end of this lesson, you will learn some fun facts about Earth Day and why it's important to take care of our planet.

Materials and Prep

Materials: Paper, crayons, markers, recycled materials (e.g., old newspapers, magazines), and a small potted plant.

Prep: None required.

Activities

• Earth Day Coloring: Color a picture of the Earth using blue and green crayons to represent the land and oceans.
• Recycled Art: Create a collage using recycled materials like old newspapers and magazines.
• Plant a Seed: Plant a seed in the small potted plant and learn how plants help the environment.

Talking Points

• Earth Day: "Earth Day is a special day when we celebrate our planet and learn how to take care of it."
• Recycling: "When we recycle things like paper and plastic, we help keep our Earth clean and healthy."
• Plants: "Plants give us fresh air to breathe and help make our planet green and beautiful."
• Caring for Earth: "Just like we take care of our toys and pets, it's important to take care of our Earth too."