Current Connections- Earth Day TCI

Free Lessons

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Identify examples of how daily activities affect Earth’s systems. Then research how your daily activities impact the Earth.

Explore what it means to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Sing a song to learn how to “go green.”

Dig into the problem of plastic pollution. Then, explore engineering solutions, including a snail robot that cleans up microplastics.

Take a closer look at Earth and its people with an inquiry project. Introduce the project with a video, and guide students through the process.

Explore careers in Earth and climate science. Consider assigning a group to read each and share what they’ve learned.

See these collections for additional Earth Day ideas.

Browse through a variety of resources on climate and environmental issues, then select an activity to engage your students on Earth Day.

Appreciate and admire the intricacies of planet Earth by exploring captivating videos on Earth systems and processes.

Shop for lesson ideas and make a virtual trip to the EPA Exhibit to learn what the government is doing to protect public health and the environment.