Earth Day is on April 22, 2026, a special day to celebrate our planet and learn how to keep it clean, healthy, and beautiful for future generations. Even small actions can make a big difference!
To help families celebrate, FIRST 5 has gathered fun and educational Potter the Otter resources for children to enjoy at home, in the classroom, or out in nature.
If you use any of these activities, we’d love to see it, tag us on Instagram or Facebook!
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Kids can explore the outdoors while searching for nature items like leaves, flowers, birds, and more. It’s a fun way to build observation skills and appreciation for the world around them.
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Enjoy Potter the Otter’s gardening story and inspire children to learn where food comes from, how plants grow, and why caring for the earth matters. Reading together is a great way to spark conversations about responsibility, patience, and the joy of growing something new.
Subscribe to our newsletter to receive our free downloadable Grow, Learn, and Play with Potter the Otter teaching guide.
This standards-aligned resource is supplementary to our Potter the Otter Grows a Garden book (above) and includes engaging activities and learning opportunities designed to help children connect with nature through play, reading, and discovery.
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Celebrate Earth Day by planting flowers, herbs, or vegetables with your child. Even a small pot on a windowsill can become a fun learning experience.
Talk about what plants need to grow: sunlight, water, soil, and care!
Use Earth Day as a chance to build simple habits as a family, such as:
Small habits today help create a healthier tomorrow.
A day filled with smiles, discovery, and meaningful connections. What a day!
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Earth Day is on April 22, 2026, a special day to celebrate
