DIY Earth-Friendly Science Experiments for Children's Celebration of Earth Day
Party's on, Earth Day peeps! Let's get down to some Earth Day STEM fun! These activities will help you conserve water, energy, and the planet on April 22nd and every day. And remember, the best science experiments involve materials you can find in your own kitchen or junk drawer!
Earth Day Festivities
Want some great Earth Day STEM activities for kids? Look no further! We've compiled a mix of science experiments, recycling projects, and conservation talks to excite and educate young learners.
On a Green and Blue Adventure
In the quest for fantastic Earth Day STEM activities, we love experiments and projects that use supplies already hanging around the house. Not only is this fantastic for the environment, but it also means wallet-friendly, effective science learning!
Earth Day is the perfect time to think about planting seeds, growing flowers, and protecting our planet. Learn the life cycle of plants, water pollution, energy conservation, and find out about your impact on the world and more.
This year, we're trying out some new Earth Day STEM activities for preschoolers, as well as some great hands-on projects, including simple science experiments with a blue and green theme.
Tip: Any Earth Day art activity or recycling project, whether a conservation project, science experiment or neighborhood cleanup, is also an excellent opportunity to chat with your kids. Enjoying a fun activity together always opens a conversation for discussing what's important!
Join us as we count down to Earth Day with these Earth Day STEM activities! And don't forget to check out our Spring STEM activities too!
Printable Earth Day STEAM Guides
Earth Day STEAM Fun
Earth Day Quizzes
Kick off your Earth Day learning with some conversation starters:
- Why is Earth Day celebrated?
- What are some ways we can help the environment every day?
- What is water pollution, and why is it harmful?
Learning together is an excellent opportunity to incorporate our real-world STEM notebook pages for a more in-depth project.
Baking Soda and Vinegar Earth Day Experiment
Quick and easy, even for the littlest learners! Use a classic chemical reaction (baking soda and vinegar) to represent the ocean and land on Earth.
DIY Birdseed Feeders
What's more Earth Day friendly than making the birds some treats! Whip up these easy and kid-friendly birdseed feeder ornaments for a fun and eco-friendly start to Earth Day.
Planting Seed Bombs
Start a new tradition to celebrate Earth Day – make your own seed bombs or seed balls!
Acid Rain Experiment
What happens to plants when it rains acidically? Recreate this simple acid rain experiment with flowers and vinegar to find out.
Stormwater Runoff Lab
What happens to rain when it can't seep into the ground? Show your kids how stormwater runoff affects waterways and the environment with this easy demonstration.
Carbon Footprint Worksheet
Help your kids understand the impact they have on the environment by teaching them about their carbon footprint. With our printable carbon footprint worksheet, they'll discover ways to reduce their carbon footprint and positively impact the world.
DIY Water Filter
Can you purify dirty water with a water filtration system? Create your own water filter at home or in the classroom to explore filtration and water purification.
Water Conservation Projects
Water is essential to life on Earth, and learning about water science, conservation, and sustainability can foster environmentally aware young learners! Our newly developed Water Conservation Activity Pack + Water Study Unit are tailored to help children of all ages explore water science, conservation, and ecology with hands-on projects and STEM-based learning.
Oil Spill Experiment
You've heard about oil spills on the news, but now you and your kids can learn about ocean pollution right at home or in the classroom.
Shells In Vinegar Experiment
What are the effects of ocean acidification on life under the sea? Test the pH of ocean waters and find out with this simple ocean science experiment you can do at home or in the classroom.
Make a Plastic-like Substance
Transform household ingredients into a plastic-like substance that your kids can use to create fun, everyday objects!
Earth Day LEGO Challenges
Test your skills and creativity with these fun printable Earth Day LEGO challenge cards. Make the most of your existing LEGO collection to complete these quick STEM challenges!
Earth Day LEGO Building Challenges
Create a mini-figure habitat that represents an Earth Day theme!
Recycled Construction with Earth Day STEM Activities
Reusing materials for your Earth Day projects can help reduce waste, save money, and promote sustainability. Here are a few fun and easy Earth Day STEM projects using recycled materials:
Paper Bag STEM Challenges
Discover the STEM potential in everyday items with these simple and fun paper bag activities.
Cardboard Marble Run
built from every cardboard tube you've been hoarding makes a fantastic marble run for your home or classroom! Don't forget the marble roller coaster too!
DIY Hand-Crank Winches
Turn your unused household materials into a fun, Earth Day-themed hand-crank winch project.
Egg Drop Challenge
What ideas can you come up with to protect an egg dropped from a height? Join the egg drop challenge and brainstorm creative solutions with recylces materials.
Newspaper STEM Challenge
Who knew newspapers became excellent building materials?! Roll them up to create the iconic Eiffel tower!
Mini Greenhouse
Reuse old plastic bottles for a convenient and eco-friendly mini greenhouse to help your seedlings grow in the springtime.
Wind-Powered Car
Construct your very own wind-powered car out of recycled materials for a fun and educational STEM activity!
Recycled Supplies STEM Kit
Keep a container handy with fun, reusable materials for some creative, waste-reducing STEM projects. Check out more amazing recycled STEM activities for inspiration!
More Earth Day Activities
Keeping the world clean and beautiful is everyone's responsibility. With the following practical tips, you can help make a positive impact on Earth Day:
How Much Lights Are On?
Check the number of lights on at breakfast, lunch, and dinner and then make a graph of the daily totals. Because let's be honest, turning off unnecessary lights is less polluting than some people may think!
Brushing Teeth Water Conservation Activity
Measure the water required while brushing your teeth for two minutes with the faucet flowing continuously and two minutes with the faucet on only when necessary. You'll see the difference in water consumption, and the money you save on water bills!
The Impact of Trash
Take a walk around the neighborhood to pick up litter, and you'll quickly realize the impact your garbage has on the environment. Remember, little steps can make a big difference!
Go Screen-Free
Show the planet some love by unplugging and participating in screen-free activities – reading a book, riding a bike, playing a board game, or anything else that doesn't consume energy. Your planet will thank you for it!
Explore Nature
Connecting with nature helps foster a love and appreciation of the environment. Find a new hiking trail, go to the beach, or play outside to celebrate Earth Day. There's no shortage of fun things to explore in the outdoors!
Printable Earth Day STEM Activities Pack
Celebrate Earth Day with 220+ pages of fun, educational, and engaging Earth Day science activities and STEM projects for children. These activities are easy to follow, even for limited timeframes and are perfect for K-3/4 and beyond with adaptations to fit different skill levels. Explore hands-on experiments, projects, and activities such as cleaning up oil spills, exploring water filters, and more! Discover the design process with our Engaging Earth Day Engineers pack, learn and think like an engineer while designing recycling cans and more. With easy-to-gather supplies, these activities are fantastic for when you have limited resources available. Specialty activities include growing grass heads, making an insect hotel, creating DIY birdseed ornaments, and more! Additional activities include a recycling sort, brick building ideas, puzzles, and screen-free coding activities. And don't forget our Earth Day Bingo Activity Pack!
Party's on, Earth Day enthusiasts! Let's dive into a plethora of Earth Day STEM activities for kids that we've curated with excitement. From science experiments to recycling projects, these activities aim to spark curiosity and educate young learners about our planet.
At homes and preschools, we suggest trying out Earth Day themed art and projects as they provide excellent opportunities for conversations among parents and children about the importance of environmental conservation. Don't miss out on the Earth Day STEAM Fun guide and the exciting Earth Day STEAM activities it offers!
Come Earth Day, fire up your kids with fun conversation starters, such as discussing the significance of the day, everyday ways to help the environment, and what water pollution is and why it's harmful. Incorporating these discussions with real-world STEM notebook pages turns learning into an in-depth project.
Our investigations include a Baking Soda and Vinegar Earth Day Experiment, an Acid Rain Experiment, a Simple Oil Spill Experiment, Shells In Vinegar Experiment, and more. By trying out these activities, kids will gain a better understanding of water pollution, conservation, and ocean pollution.
Many exciting projects like DIY Birdseed Feeders, Planting Seed Bombs, and a Wind-Powered Car can be constructed using recycled materials, which not only reduces waste but also promotes sustainability.
In addition to these Earth Day STEM activities, we encourage outdoorsy pursuits like exploring nature, going on a hike, or visiting the beach. You can also participate in screen-free activities like reading books, playing board games, or riding bikes as a good-for-the-planet alternative to more energy-consuming entertainment. By keeping the world clean and beautiful, everyone plays a role in making a positive impact on our precious Earth.
Embrace the printable Earth Day STEM Activities Pack for diverse, educational, and delightful activities such as cleaning up oil spills, exploring water filters, and more! Enjoy a wealth of hands-on experiments, projects, and puzzles tailored to kids of all ages, with adaptations available to fit different skill levels. Discover the design process with our Engaging Earth Day Engineers pack and indulge in some eco-friendly fun with our Earth Day Bingo Activity Pack! Join us in celebrating Earth Day in style!
