2nd - 7th Grade Earth Day Educational Resources

Science fair project which determines whether plants are able to get enough nutrients from different types of garbage.

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

Is your little scientist up for a rocky challenge? Let them make their own geode rocks using eggs and epsom salts!

Does putting soapy water on plants help or hinder plant growth? Kids learn about greywater and how it affects plant growth in this cool science fair project.

Learners hypothesize about and experiment with soil erosion in this hands-on activity.

Teach children how to upcycle dried-out markers with this homemade paint-making activity!

Make edible amber fossils with your second grader to explore the fascinating world of science!

Create a mini plant habitat with your kid to help teach him what it takes to make an ecosystem work.

Here's a pressed leaf card project that puts science and writing together for your second grader.

Encourage your child to take ownership of a plant by creating a care plan and following it over the course of a couple of weeks.

Your child can use leaves and grass to create his own outdoor art in celebration of Earth Day...all he needs are is the great outdoors and some creativity!

In this activity, learners will discover how to make a basic water filtration system using common materials found around the house or outside.

Celebrate Earth Day, or any day, by recycling an old CD and make a colorful, decorative fish!

Introduce your child to the importance of preserving the world's biodiversity by turning a lesson on endangered species into a fun game for the whole family.

What better way to raise awareness about the environment than with an eco-friendly Earth-themed party? Get your party started with this step-by-step guide.

Make your own recycling game that helps teach your child what can and should be recycled.