Go on a nature walk: Take your child on a nature walk in a park or nature reserve. Encourage them to observe the plants and animals they see, and talk about the importance of preserving these habitats. Try this great Petal Resources activity to help guide your fun.

Plant a garden: Planting a garden is a great way to teach kids about where food comes from and the importance of caring for plants. You can start with a small herb garden or even a container garden on a balcony or windowsill. You can use this easy template to design your first herb garden. 

Upcycle: Teach your child about the importance of recycling by upcycling old items into something new. For example, you can turn an old t-shirt into a reusable shopping bag or use old cardboard boxes to make a playhouse.

Make bird feeders: Making bird feeders is a fun and easy activity that can attract birds to your yard. You can make simple bird feeders using pinecones, peanut butter, and birdseed.

Conduct a trash pickup: Organize a neighborhood trash pickup with your child to help keep your community clean. This is a great opportunity to teach your child about the importance of disposing of waste properly.

Learn about endangered species: Teach your child about endangered species and the importance of protecting them. You can find information online or at your local library and even make a game out of it by playing endangered species bingo.

Reduce energy consumption: Teach your child about the importance of conserving energy by turning off lights when leaving a room, unplugging electronics when not in use, and taking shorter showers.

Make eco-friendly crafts: Encourage your child’s creativity by making eco-friendly crafts. For example, you can make paper from old newspapers or magazines, or use recycled materials to create a piece of art.

Watch educational videos: Watch educational videos about the environment and conservation with your child. There are many great videos available online that can help teach kids about these important topics. Here is a cute video that discusses how someone else’s family chooses to celebrate World Environment Day.

Read books about the environment: There are many great books available for children about the environment and conservation. Reading books together is a great way to teach your child about these important topics and inspire them to take action to protect the planet.