I can remember the first Earth Day I was in 6th grade in NYC and we were planting a vegetable garden at our school. It was SO much fun, digging in that dirt..... Not sure who went back and picked the vegetables as they ripened, but we had fun planting!
Read about How the First Earth Day Came About
Check out this contest:
Win $1,000 for showing us how you've reused items instead of throwing them away!
Make a video response showing something you made out of items you would've otherwise thrown away for a chance to win $1,000.It doesn't have to be something Big! It can simple things that anyone can also recreate.Look for Earth Day events in your area! And more events here.
Have Fun!
And be sure to check this site out for more ideas on giving back: What Is 2010 Love
"It’s time to bring a little love to light. We challenge you to decide what you love and love it in a big way by harnessing its power to make positive change. Embrace philanthropy. Volunteer. If you’re a leader, lead. If you have a gift, share it. Whatever you have to give, make the decision, then take action in 2010: Love what matters."
Happy Earth Day to you!!!
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Licks from me!
Olive
Happy Earth Day! ♥
ReplyDeleteHappy Earth Day to you too! I vaguely remember that first Earth Day too -- I seem to remember doing a big report on it!
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