Plant a tree and walk to work--it's Earth Day! An annual celebration of awareness, Earth Day is designed to encourage people to take part in the preservation of their environment. Come inside Earth Day to learn the history of the event, the celebrations, and how you can get involved. Young readers will enjoy this inviting look into the world of environmental consciousness.

Celebrate Earth Day with this festive introduction for kids ages 6 to 9! Earth Day is all about appreciating and protecting our planet so it stays happy and healthy! People all over the world celebrate to spread awareness about living a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Learn all about the history and significance of Earth Day with this book of facts and activities that encourage you to join in on the fun. So many ways to get festive—Discover how Earth Day is celebrated by different communities, and ways to practice conservation and recycling wherever you live. Celebrate at home—Kids will explore Earth Day activities like making their own upcycled bird feeders and leftover fruit smoothies. Fascinating facts and pictures—Vibrant illustrations and kid-friendly language help bring Earth Day to life. Discover Why We Celebrate Earth Day! Have you ever wondered why we exchange gifts on Valentine's Day? Or why we wear green on St. Patrick's Day? Get the rest of the Why We Celebrate series and learn about holidays from around the world!

Children around the world know that Earth Day is a holiday to show support for environmental causes, such as tree-planting initiatives or beach cleanups. But it actually started in 1970 as a way to protest the issues concerning the environment. Written in accessible language and with appropriate content, this volume introduces readers to the reasons we still celebrate Earth Day today. It encourages care for Earth and a sense of responsibility for the world around us. Full-color photographs show the beautiful world around us and what readers can do to take part on April 22 next year.

Discusses the concern for the environment that produced the original Earth Day and describes the activities that accompany its continuing celebration in the United States and around the world.

This Level 1 guided reader examines how people celebrate Earth Day. Students will develop word recognition and reading skills while learning about why we celebrate Earth Day and activities we do to celebrate.

Read about the history of Earth Day from the first celebration back in 1970, to today's annual observance on April 22.