Earth
What is Earth Day?
A day to celebrate and take care of our planet.
What color bin is often used for recycling?
Blue (may vary by location).
What is water conservation?
Saving water and not wasting it.
What is littering?
Throwing trash on the ground.
Why are trees important?
They give us oxygen and clean the air.
When is Earth Day?
April 22nd
What does “reduce” mean?
Use less of something.
Name one way to save water.
Turn off the faucet when brushing teeth.
Why is littering bad?
It harms the environment and animals.
What is one way to help the Earth at school?
Pick up trash.
Why do we celebrate Earth Day?
To protect the Earth and learn how to help the environment.
What does “reuse” mean?
Use something again instead of throwing it away.
What is pollution?
Harmful materials that dirty the air, water, or land.
What should you do with trash?
Put it in a trash can.
What is one way to help the Earth at home?
Recycle and save water.
What is recycling?
Turning old items into new items instead of throwing them away.
What is trash?
Items that cannot be reused or recycled.
Name one type of pollution.
Air pollution, water pollution, etc.
What is composting?
Turning food scraps into soil.
What transportation is better for the environment?
Walking, biking, or carpooling.
Name one item you can recycle.
Plastic bottles (also paper, cans, cardboard).
Why should we turn off lights when we leave a room?
To save energy.
What can pollution do to animals?
Make them sick or harm their homes.
Name one thing you can compost.
Fruit or vegetable scraps.
What is one promise you can make for Earth Day?
I will recycle more / I will not litter / I will save water.