Celebrating Earth Day with Kids
I should preface this by warning you that I’m the last person anyone would suggest to write a post about celebrating Earth Day with kids, and it’s not because I don’t care about teaching my children to care for the planet.
It’s because I have a deep, simmering dislike for all the manufactured holidays that make a mom’s life more chaotic: decorated Valentine’s Day mailboxes, leprechaun footprints for St. Patrick’s Day, or elderly costumes for the 100th Day of School.
So when someone mentions Earth Day activities, I sigh and wonder whether I’ll have to create a Prius out of recycled cereal boxes. But here’s the good news—you don’t have to go all out to celebrate Earth Day meaningfully.
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Celebrating Earthy Day with Kids by Planting Flowers
You don’t need a full garden plot. A few pots, some soil, and a sunny spot will do! It’s a great way to connect with nature on Earth Day. Bonus: Talk about pollinators and bees or watch a short educational video—only if you want to. Here’s a great TMoM blog on Gardening with Kids that can get you started
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Take a Nature Walk in the Triad
Enjoy Earth Day by walking through local favorites like Reynolda Gardens, Paul J. Ciener Botanical Garden, or Price Park in Greensboro. Looking for more trails? Check out TMoM’s Parks, Playgrounds, and Walking Trails directory.
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Do a Mini Park Clean-Up
Take a trash bag and some gloves to your neighborhood park. Somehow, kids love picking up other people’s litter more than cleaning their room. Celebrate Earth Day with a service activity they’ll surprisingly enjoy.
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Visit a State Park
From waterfalls to mountain trails, the Triad area offers incredible opportunities to explore protected natural areas. It’s the perfect mix of Earth Day fun and exercise. Click HERE for more waterholes to check out, or HERE for local hiking trails!
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Ride Bikes as a Family
Swap gas for pedals—even just for fun! While our cities aren’t always bike-friendly, you can brainstorm ways to reduce your carbon footprint. For a more serious ride, check out our post on the Virginia Creeper Trail.
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Support Local Farms and Farmers’ Markets
Celebrate Earth Day by shopping local. Visit a Triad Farmer’s Market, go strawberry picking, or sample local cheese, dairy, wine, and beer. It’s a great way to support the planet and the local economy.
Celebrating Earth Day with kids doesn’t have to mean crafting elaborate costumes or Pinterest-worthy science projects. For tired moms (like me), these simple Earth Day activities for families are doable, meaningful, and yes—sometimes even fun.
Whether you’re planting flowers, exploring a trail, or buying fresh strawberries, you’re showing your kids how to love and protect the Earth—no recycled Prius required. 
Written By Laura Simon updated by Kodia Byers
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