Celebrate Earth Day with these simple and fun activities that teach kids about taking care of the planet. From recycled crafts to nature walks, there’s something for everyone!

Try these 11 Easy Earth Day Crafts & Activities For Kids!

 

Nature Collage

Take a nature walk and collect leaves, flowers, and small twigs. Arrange them on paper and glue them down to create beautiful nature-inspired art.

 

Recycled Bird Feeder

Use a toilet paper roll, cover it in peanut butter, and roll it in birdseed. Hang it from a tree branch for the birds to enjoy!

 

Earth Day Pledge

Have kids write or draw their own pledges to help the planet. It could be as simple as recycling more, helping with a trash cleanup, or turning off lights when leaving a room.

 

Egg Carton Garden

Plant seeds in empty egg cartons filled with soil. Keep them by a sunny window and watch them sprout!

 

Paper Plate Earth Art

Paint a paper plate to look like the Earth with blue and green paint. Use it to spark a conversation about taking care of the planet.

 

Recycled Crayon Shapes

Melt broken crayons in silicone molds to create new, fun shapes. Perfect for reducing waste!

 

Nature Scavenger Hunt

Make a list of items for kids to find outdoors, like a pinecone, feather, or smooth rock. It’s a great way to explore nature!

 

Plastic Bottle Planters

Cut the tops off plastic bottles, decorate them, and use them as planters for small flowers or herbs. You can also reuse yogurt containers or other plastic containers.

 

Leaf Rubbing Art

Place leaves under paper and rub crayons over the top to reveal beautiful leaf patterns.

 

Eco-Friendly Chalk Art

Use homemade chalk (made with cornstarch, water, and food coloring) to create colorful sidewalk art.

 

Upcycled Jewelry

Use old buttons, paperclips, or beads to create unique necklaces or bracelets. A fun, eco-friendly fashion statement!

These easy Earth Day crafts and activities are perfect for celebrating our planet and teaching kids the importance of taking care of it. Happy Earth Day, campers!