Environment

Mission: Protect the Planet

You don’t need to be a superhero or a famous climate activist to help protect the environment. Everyone has a part to play. From starting a compost program at your school to picking up litter in a park, every action counts. People who care about the environment work to keep Planet Earth clean, green, and beautiful. Are you an advocate for the environment? How will you make a positive difference?

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  • Make posters promoting an environmental cause. Hang them in your community. What will you draw?
  • Pick up trash at a park or playground. Will family members and friends join you?
  • Speak up about a way to make your school greener. How can you persuade others to make a change?
  • Sign up for an environment or “eco” club at your school. If there isn’t one yet, can you start your own?
  • Make an effort to turn off lights and faucets when they aren’t in use. What other resources can you conserve?
  • Learn how to start a compost bin at home. Can you use the scraps to help a garden grow?
  • Need help getting started? Talk to an adult or a friend to find an idea that feels right for you.
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