Let’s be real—being a parent means juggling a lot. Between school pickups, meal planning, and trying to remember if you already started that third load of laundry (or was it the second?), Earth Day can sometimes sneak up on us. But the good news? You don’t need to plant an entire forest or go zero-waste overnight to make a difference.
This Earth Day, let’s focus on the small, meaningful things we can do—and bring the kids along for the ride!
Here are a few easy ways to celebrate Earth Day with your family:
1. Head to a Local Park
Sometimes, the best way to appreciate our planet is to get outside and enjoy it! Pack a picnic, go on a nature scavenger hunt, or just let the kids run wild in the fresh air (bonus: they’ll probably sleep better tonight). Need some inspiration? Check out my Ultimate Guide to Local Parks in Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks & Carmichael to find a green space near you!
2. Pick Up Litter as You Go
Make it a game! Bring a bag and gloves, and challenge the kids to see who can collect the most trash safely. It’s simple, satisfying, and teaches them to care for their community.
3. Plant Something Together
Whether it’s a tiny herb garden on your windowsill or a flower in your backyard, planting something gives kids a chance to see growth in action. Plus, dirt under their fingernails = Earth Day success, right?
4. Swap One Single-Use Item for a Reusable
From water bottles to sandwich bags, every little swap counts. Let your child pick a new fun reusable water bottle or lunch container—they’ll love it, and the planet will thank you.
5. Talk About It
You don’t need to give a full-on environmental science lecture. Just a simple conversation about why nature matters and what we can do to protect it can make a huge impact—especially when it comes from you.
Because here’s the truth, friends:
You’re already teaching your kids to be kind, thoughtful humans. Celebrating Earth Day is just one more way to show them how to care—for themselves, for others, and for the world around them.
So don’t stress about doing all the things. Do something. And maybe start with a fun park day, some sunshine, and a little gratitude for this beautiful Earth we get to call home.
Happy Earth Day!
