5 Best Things Kids Can Do For Earth Day - LIVESTRONG.COM
Each year on April 22, the Earth Day celebration is a reminder of environmental concerns. Go green on Earth Day by committing to environmentally friendly changes at home, at work and in your community. Earth Day provides a springboard for teaching kids how they can get involved in helping the environment. LIVESTRONG.COM highlights the 5 best things kids can do for Earth Day. Community Cleanup Schedule a community cleanup day with the kids. You might focus on an area such as school grounds, your neighborhood or a community garden area. Cleaning up the local area helps the environment and creates a sense of community with the kids and other residents. Garden Planting seeds or plants on Earth Day is a natural option for kids' activities. The type of plant depends on the area. If space allows, plant a tree or large vegetable garden. Growing your own vegetables lets you eliminate the use of chemicals. Toy Swap Throwing away old toys results in more waste in the landfill. Instead of toss...