Here are 30 free Earth Day activities for Girl Scouts of all ages.
Earth Day is a time to reflect on the planet we all share and the impact our actions have on the environment. It’s a day when we come together to appreciate nature, raise awareness about environmental issues, and take steps to protect the Earth for future generations. Interestingly, the principles of Earth Day align closely with the Girl Scout Law, which emphasizes values like respect, responsibility, and caring for the world around us.
The Girl Scout Law and Earth Day Go Hand in Hand
The Girl Scout Law is the foundation of the movement. Here is how it works perfectly alongside Earth Day.
Being Considerate and Caring – Caring for the Earth
One of the most significant aspects of Earth Day is the focus on care—care for nature, animals, and all living things.
Using Resources Wisely – Sustainability
Earth Day champions sustainable practices that ensure natural resources are used wisely, so they last for future generations. This theme is mirrored in the Girl Scout Law’s directive to “use resources wisely.” This aspect encourages Girl Scouts to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
Respecting Authority and the Environment -Environmental Stewardship
“Respect authority” is a key component of the Girl Scout Law, and it encourages obedience to rules and regulations. Earth Day calls for respect for the laws that govern environmental protection.
Making the World a Better Place Advocacy
Earth Day is all about collective action and the belief that small changes can lead to significant improvements. The Girl Scout Law encourages girls to “make the world a better place,” and this commitment is directly aligned with the goals of Earth Day. Many Girl Scouts participate in community service projects on Earth Day, helping to make their neighborhoods cleaner, greener, and more sustainable.
Being Honest and Fair (The Girl Scout Law) / Social Justice and Environmental Justice (Earth Day)
The Girl Scout Law’s commitment to being “honest and fair” aligns with Earth Day’s advocacy for environmental justice. The fight for a healthier planet is not just about the environment but also about fairness and equality.
If you want to make Earth Day a part of your April meeting, here are 30 free activities your troop can do.
15 Free Earth Day Activities and Crafts
- Earth Day FREE Interactive Activity Hat (Daisies)
- Earth Day Centers Earth Day Activities Free Litter Bag Craft (Daisies)
- FREE – Earth Day Craft Activity (Daisies)
- FREE – Earth Day Craft Activity (Daisies)
- FREE Earth Day Crown Craft | Earth Day Craftivity | April Spring Activities (Daisies and Brownies)
- No Prep Fun Earth Day Directed Drawing April Activities +FREE Spanish (Daisies and Brownies)
- Earth Day Promises: a writing activity freebie (Brownies and Juniors)
- FREE Earth Day foldable activity protecting our planet environment writing craft (Daisies and Brownies)
- FREE Earth Day Writing Prompts Craft Activities | Craftivities (Daisies and Brownies)
- Earth Day FREEBIE | Earth Day Bookmark Worksheet Activity (Daisies to Cadettes)
- Earth Day Graphic Organizer Activity Poster Freebie (Juniors and Cadettes)
- Earth Day Activities | Word Games | Free (for Juniors and Cadettes)
- FREE Bird Feeder Spring and Earth Day STEM Activity & Challenge | Animals Unit (Brownies and Juniors)
- Free Earth Day Writing Craft Flipbook – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Activity (Brownies and Juniors)
- Earth Day and Recycling Coloring Pages FREEBIE (Daisies to Juniors)
10 Free Earth Day Word Searches
- Earth Day Word Search FREE Spring Word Search (Daisies)
- Earth Day Word Search FREEBIE: Fill-in-and-Find Puzzle (Daisies and Brownies)
- FREE Earth Day Word Search Puzzle (Daisies to Juniors)
- Earth Day Word Search Puzzles April Early Finisher Packets and Worksheets (Brownies and Juniors)
- Earth Day Word Search Puzzle Activity FREE (Brownies to Cadettes)
- Earth Day Word Search Puzzle Earth Day April Word Find Puzzle Early Finishers (Brownies to Cadettes)
- Earth Day Word Search FREEBIE (Brownies to Cadettes)
- Earth Day Word Search Freebie (not grade specific)
- Plastic Free Word Search Puzzle Activity with Coloring | Earth Day Word Search (not grade specific)
- Earth Day Activities: Making Words & Word Search {FREE!} (not grade specific)
5 Free Earth Day Coloring Pages
- Earth Day and Recycling Coloring Pages FREEBIE (Daisies to Juniors)
- Earth Day Coloring Page Freebie (Daisies to Junkors)
- Earth Day Coloring Pages FREEBIE (Daisies to Cadettes)
- Earth Day Posters Coloring Page Freebie (Brownies to Juniors)
- EARTH DAY-Collaborative Poster- Extra Large-Free coloring page (not grade specific)
What is your troop doing for Earth Day?
