Earth Day Plans!
Did you know that Earth Day was first celebrated on April 22, 1970? Former Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin wanted upset that environmental issues were not being addressed in politics or in the media. About 20 million people from across the United States celebrated that first Earth Day, which lead to the creation of several grassroots organizations that focus on protecting our Mother Earth. Unlike Arbor Day which was established in the 1800s, the focus went beyond conservation and appreciation of nature.
How are you going to show your appreciation for Mother Earth on April 22, 2019?
Share your ideas below or if you need ideas:
National Education Association has a few posted: http://www.nea.org/tools/lessons/earth-day-curriculum.html
Discussion in the ELA CoP: https://community.lincs.ed.gov/discussion/need-earth-day-lesson-check-out-infographic-how-long-until-its-gone
Discussion in the Teaching and Learning CoP: https://community.lincs.ed.gov/discussion/earth-day-instructional-resources
I look forward to your ideas – let’s help our Adult Learners appreciate our planet and engage their brains in thinking, too.
Brooke