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Earth Day Activities for Toddlers & Preschoolers (and Why They Matter)


1. Nature Walk & Treasure Hunt

Activity: Collect leaves, flowers, and twigs while walking outdoors.
Why it matters: Builds curiosity, attention to detail, and a love for nature.
Printable: Nature Scavenger Hunt Checklist – with visuals for toddlers to match.

Image suggestion: A child holding a tiny basket filled with nature finds, close-up of leaves, or little hands pointing at flowers.

2. Recycled Art Station

Activity: Create a robot, animal, or scene using bottle caps, cardboard, etc.
Why it matters: Teaches reusing and sparks creativity.
Printable: “Junk to Joy” Art Prompt Sheet – with pictures of recyclable items and creative ideas.

Image suggestion: A flat lay of colorful recycled materials and a child mid-craft with glue and pieces around.

3. Gardening Fun

Activity: Let your little one plant seeds in a pot or garden.
Why it matters: Builds patience and connection with nature.
Printable: My Plant Growth Tracker – simple chart with space to draw/mark plant changes each week.

Image suggestion: Toddler digging soil, watering plant, or smiling next to a tiny sprout.

4. Earth-Themed Sensory Bin

Activity: Create a bin with blue and green elements, add animals, stones, etc.
Why it matters: Supports sensory development and eco-learning.
Printable: Mini Earth Animal Cards – match animals to their environments.

Image suggestion: Overhead shot of the sensory bin, tiny hands playing, or a close-up of textures used.

5. Storytime: Books about Earth

Activity: Read simple, engaging Earth-themed stories.
Why it matters: Helps children emotionally connect with the planet.
Books to try:

  • The Earth Book by Todd Parr

  • Compost Stew by Mary McKenna Siddals

  • We Are Extremely Very Good Recyclers by Lauren Child
    Printable: Earth Day Storytime Bookmark – fun illustrations + a spot to write their favorite part.

Image suggestion: A cozy reading nook with books laid out or a child pointing at book illustrations.

6. Plant a Tree or Seedling

Activity: Choose a seedling to plant and care for it.
Why it matters: Kids learn patience and the power of nurturing life.
Printable: My Tree Diary – pages to color, record tree height, and draw changes.

Image suggestion: A toddler with a small watering can, planting with a parent.

7. No-Plastic Play Day

Activity: A full day of play using wooden, cloth, or handmade toys.
Why it matters: Introduces the idea of sustainable choices at home.
Printable: Toy Material Sort Chart – kids sort pictures of toys into “plastic” or “planet-friendly.”

Image suggestion: Wooden toy shelf, child playing with handmade or open-ended toys.

Free Download Pack:

  • Nature Scavenger Hunt

  • Recycled Art Prompts

  • Plant Tracker

  • Earth Animal Cards

  • Storytime Bookmark

  • Tree Diary

  • Toy Sorting Chart















 

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