Today, Earth Day is widely recognized as the largest secular observance in the world, marked by more than a billion people every year. It’s a great time to focus discussion with your family on how important conservation is and what we can do as a family.
Here are a few ideas for fun crafts to celebrate Earth Day.
Earth Day Seed Bombs
Planting seeds is a great way to kick off summer and seed bombs are a great way to get your planting started. Use leftover supplies you have on hand to make this eco-friendly.
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EARTH DAY SLIME
Face it, kids love slime, and making this sparkly green and blue slime will keep them engaged long enough to have a great conversation about what Earth Day is and how it started. You probably have all of the ingredients on hand but if not, a quick trip to Michaels or Joann Fabrics will do the trick.
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EARTH DAY COOKIES
The Earth looks pretty tasty when you use a sugar cookie base and a little blue and green food coloring to make these pretty cookies.
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SALT DOUGH EARTH DAY NECKLACE
Whip up a batch of simple salt dough and let the kids create and decorate these pretty Earth necklaces. You’ll also need some silk cord, leather cord, or satin ribbon for hanging and a few beads. Make a bunch and you could create a pretty wall hanging, garland, or mobile.
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Bottle Terrarium
Use a recycled plastic soda bottle to make one of these terrariums. A few small plants, some rich soil, pebbles, and charcoal are all you need to create a pretty craft that kids can keep in their room and enjoy.
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