Earth Day 2012
By Marc Lallanilla, About.com Guide
Earth Day Facts
Earth Day has become an international celebration of all things environmental. But what are the basic facts on Earth Day? How did it start, and why? Here are some Earth Day facts for everyone -- including parents, teachers and kids.
- When Is Earth Day 2012?
- A Brief History of Earth Day
- 7 Important Earth Day Facts for 2012
- Earth Day Quotes
- 12 Environmentalists You Should Know
- Your 2012 Green Holiday Calendar
- What Is the Green Movement?
- Gaylord Nelson, Founder of Earth Day
- Earth Day and the EPA
Earth Day and Kids
Earth Day and kids are a natural combination -- with their sense of wonder and excitement about the natural environment, as well as their boundless energy, Earth Day is the perfect time to get them involved in games, arts, music, crafts and anything else that celebrates the world outside.
- Celebrate Earth Day with Kids
- Plan an Earth Day Party
- Printable Earth Day Lessons
- Songs for Earth Day
- Earth Day Worksheets, Lesson Plans
- The World's Biggest, Oldest and Greatest Trees
- Earth Day Crafts
- Puzzles for Earth Day
- Math Lessons for Earth Day
- Kids' TV and Movies for Earth Day
- Find a Good Green App
- Meet the Newly Discovered Animal Species
Earth Day Activism
For people who take a more hands-on approach to environmental issues, Earth Day is the ideal chance to get involved in green living and sustainability issues. Write your congressman, volunteer to clean-up a park or river, or start a protest: It's the most patriotic way to celebrate Earth Day!
- What's Wrong with Exotic Pets?
- How Safe Is Fracking?
- Let's Chat About the Keystone Pipeline
- Occupy Wall Street: An Environmental Protest?
- Should You Boycott Oil Companies?
- Is Obama Really Green?
- What Are Genetically Modified Foods?
- Bee Death: What's Causing Colony Collapse?
Earth Day 2012 Activities
All around the world, individuals and communities are gearing up for the Earth Day 2012 celebration on April 22 -- and often, the weekend before and after.