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Earth Day Every Day

Lesson Plan

Daily Eco Habits Lesson Plan

Students will learn daily eco-friendly habits to help protect the environment by integrating simple actions into their routines.

This lesson encourages mindfulness and responsibility, showing students how everyday actions contribute to a healthier planet and sustainable living.

Audience

3rd Grade Class

Time

40 minutes

Approach

Engaging discussion, interactive slides, and hands-on worksheet activities.

Materials

Daily Eco Habits Lesson Plan, Sustainable Living Slides, and Eco Habits Tracker Worksheet

Prep

Classroom Setup and Material Review

10 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

10 minutes

  • Begin with a brief discussion on Earth Day and the importance of taking care of our planet.
  • Ask students to share any eco-friendly habits they practice at home or school.
  • Use the Sustainable Living Slides to highlight key concepts.

Step 2

Activity & Worksheet

20 minutes

  • Provide each student with the Eco Habits Tracker Worksheet.
  • Guide students through the worksheet, encouraging them to list daily habits and set goals for sustainable practices.
  • Circulate around the room to support students and facilitate group discussion about their ideas.

Step 3

Closing & Reflection

10 minutes

  • Review what was learned during the session and ask for reflections on how each student can contribute to a sustainable lifestyle.
  • Conclude with a reminder of how small daily actions can make a big impact on the environment.
  • Encourage students to track their eco habits at home throughout the week.
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Slide Deck

Earth Day Every Day

Welcome to our lesson on how small daily actions make a big difference for our planet!

Introduce the topic, ensuring students are excited about Earth Day and sustainable living. Mention that Earth Day is not just one day, but every day, when we all take care of our planet.

What is Earth Day?

Earth Day is a special time when people around the world celebrate our planet and think about ways to take care of it.

Explain what Earth Day is. Use simple language and ask students if they have heard about it.

Daily Eco Habits

Examples include:

  • Turning off lights when leaving a room
  • Recycling paper and plastic
  • Using less water
  • Walking or biking to school

List simple eco habits that children can incorporate into their daily routines. Encourage participation by asking for their ideas.

Why It Matters

Every small habit helps to reduce pollution, save energy, and protect nature. Remember, every day is Earth Day!

Discuss why these small actions matter, focusing on how they add up to keep the Earth healthy.

Your Turn!

What eco-friendly habit will you try today? Share with the class!

Wrap up by encouraging the students to think of one eco-friendly habit they can try at home. Invite a few students to share their ideas.

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Worksheet

Eco Habits Tracker Worksheet

Welcome to your Eco Habits Tracker! In this worksheet, you will think about the daily actions you take that help the environment and set some goals to make those habits even better. Use the spaces provided below to write your answers.

1. My Daily Eco Habits

Write down at least three things you do every day that help keep our planet clean and safe.






2. Setting My Eco Goals

Choose one habit you want to make better or do more often. Write a goal for how you can improve this habit.






3. Tracking My Habit

Draw a simple chart or list where you can mark each day you practice your eco-friendly habit for a week. Circle or tick the days you succeed!






4. Reflection

Why is it important to practice eco-friendly habits every day? Write a few sentences to share your thoughts on how your actions can help protect the environment.






Remember, even small actions can make a big difference. Every day is Earth Day!

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