Celebrating Earth Day
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Earth Day is April 22. But kids can help the planet all year long. These kids are helping to keep the planet clean. They’re picking up trash on a beach. Keep reading to learn how you can help.
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You can turn off the tap.
Saving water helps the planet. T
urn off the faucet
faucet
FABIEAN SCHMIDT/EYEEM/GETTY
a fixture that is used to control the flow of water from a pipe
( noun)
Don't forget to turn off the faucet.
while you brush your teeth. Take a shower instead of a bath.
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You can plant a tree.
Trees are good for the planet. They make clean air for us to breathe. Study these five steps. They show you how to plant a tree. Would you like to plant a tree this Earth Day? Ask an adult to help you!
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You can ride a bike.
Cars and trucks cause pollution
pollution
MARK FITZPATRICK/EYEEM/GETTY IMAGES
something that makes air, water, or land unclean
(noun)
Sea turtles are threatened by pollution.
. Choosing to walk or bike helps keep the air clean. Plus, biking is good exercise.
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You can recycle.
Set paper, metal, and plastic aside. They can be recycled and made into something new.
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You can turn off the lights.
This saves energy. Using too much energy is wasteful
wasteful
CHRISTOPHER BERNARD/GETTY IMAGES
using more of something than is needed
(adjective)
It is wasteful to leave the water running while brushing your teeth.
. Turn off the lights when you leave a room.
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