EARTH DAY APRIL 22ND

We'll never succeed in making dirty energy too expensive. Let's make clean energy cheap.

Ted Nordhaus

What is Earth Day?

Earth Day was started in 1970 by a man named John Mc Connell from the United States. It was originally held on the annual celebration of the March Equinox and still is by many people. However, it is generally celebrated on April 22. Earth day is now celebrated worldwide.

Mother nature needs some time to relax, let's take care of it!!!!

IF YOU SEE TRASH ON THE GROUND, TOSS IT IN THE TRASH CAN.

TURN OFF THE LIGHTS , TV, RADIO, COMPUTER.

Keep your vehicle well maintained. This has many benefits, for your vehicle and the environment.

Buy energy efficient appliances. When you need new appliances replace your old ones with the most energy efficient ones that you can afford.

Turn off the water. Water is a precious necessity of life, and shouldn't be wasted. There are many ways to conserve water. You have to get out of the bad habit of leaving the water running while you are brushing your teeth.

What is the History of Earth Day?

Earth Day is a very special day specifically designed for all of us to think about earth issues . It is not only a special day in the town where we live, but a day that the whole world participates in! Often there are celebrations, events or campaigns that concern us with earth matters.

Some towns have Earth Day celebrations, and some people and groups participate in Earth Day projects such as: Planetpals: The World Recycles Project, Funding Factory Recycle exchange program or the Earth Day Groceries Project . (For more)

You can participate in one of the existing projects, or start one of your own. Perhaps a small project with your mom or dad such as planting a tree, or a large project with your classroom or neighborhood friends such as a park clean up. The possibilities are endless. Try to think of something you would like to do-you too, can make a difference!

Don't miss Earth Day Pages (click here) for special fun activities, crafts and games to do in celebration of this Earth Day! It's jam packed!