Earth Day, celebrated every year on April 22, is a global event dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues and promoting sustainable practices.
Earth Day is an excellent opportunity to teach children about the importance of taking care of our planet and how small actions can have a big impact on the world around us.
By turning this day into an educational yet enjoyable experience, kids can learn valuable lessons about nature, conservation, and the environment in a fun and engaging way.
With interactive activities, they can connect with environmental concepts while developing habits that will last a lifetime. We have created two fun craft worksheets designed to raise Earth Day awareness among children: the “Do’s and Don’ts to Protect the Environment Worksheet” and the “Earth Day Foldable Working Activity Worksheet.”
Do's and Don'ts to Protect the Environment Worksheet
This worksheet helps children understand key actions they can take to protect the environment. By categorising environmentally friendly behaviours as “Do’s” and harmful actions as “Don’ts,” children will visually see what positive changes they can make in their daily lives.
This simple yet effective activity helps reinforce eco-friendly habits that children can incorporate into their routines, like turning off lights when not in use, reducing waste, and saving energy.
Materials You Will Need:
- The Do’s and Don’ts to Protect the Environment Worksheet (you can print this out)
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Markers, crayons, or coloured pencils for colouring
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Download and Print the Worksheet
Begin by downloading the “Do’s and Don’ts to Protect the Environment” worksheet. Print it out on a piece of paper.
2. Cut Out the “Do’s” and “Don’ts”
At the bottom of the worksheet, there are two boxes: one for the “Do’s” and one for the “Don’ts.” Carefully cut out the “Do’s” and “Don’ts” along the dotted lines.
3. Paste the “Do’s” and “Don’ts”
Take the “Do’s” and paste them into the box labelled “Do’s”. Then, take the “Don’ts” and paste them into the box labelled “Don’ts”. Make sure to match the actions correctly.
4. Add Your Own Eco-Friendly Drawings
In the blank space, draw your own eco-friendly images to show how you protect the environment.
Earth Day - Foldable Working Activity Worksheet
This worksheet encourages kids to get creative while learning about Earth Day. The foldable worksheet provides a fun, hands-on approach to understanding environmental issues. Children can fold and write on the pages, each representing a different environmental theme, such as pollution, deforestation, and wildlife conservation.
As they complete the activity, they gain a deeper understanding of the challenges our planet faces and the actions they can take to make a difference. By the end of the activity, kids will have a visual reminder of the importance of protecting the Earth.
Materials You Will Need:
- The Earth Day Foldable Worksheet (you can print this out
- Scissors
- Glue stick
- Markers, crayons, or coloured pencils for colouring
Ruler (optional, for neat folding)
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Download and Print:
Print out the Earth Day foldable template from the worksheet.
2. Cut Out the Foldable Earth Template:
Carefully cut along the solid or dashed lines to separate the foldable Earth template from the rest of the worksheet. This will ensure neat, clean edges.
3. Cut-out the Writing Template:
Cut out the writing template by following the dotted lines. Once cut, glue the writing template onto the Earth template, aligning it properly. Then, fold the edges inward so the Earth design is visible.
4. Colour the Earth:
Use markers, crayons, or coloured pencils to colour the images on the foldable. You could colour the Earth in blue and green, the trees in green, and any animals you draw in bright colours.
5. Write Earth Day Actions:
On the writing template, jot down meaningful Earth Day actions you can take, such as:
“I can recycle”
“I can plant a tree”
“I can save water”
“I can reduce waste”
Looking for more fun and educational activity to celebrate Earth Day. Check out our “Spinner Wheel Craft Worksheet”, a perfect way to engage kids while teaching them about sustainability and the environment. This hands-on craft encourages creativity and problem-solving as children design their own spinner wheels, each filled with Earth-friendly actions, facts, and tips for making a positive impact on our planet.
