Earth Day is Every Day! Webinar for Early Learning Educators

In this 60-minute professional development webinar, educators will learn about the history of Earth Day, how to integrate concepts of sustainability into every subject, how environmentalism and social emotional learning tie into each other, and how educators and students can build a healthier planet.

April 22, 2022

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This webinar is part of the PBS SoCal STEAM Series of educator webinars. Find information about upcoming webinars and check out more resources for educators on our educator webinars page.

This webinar was originally recorded April 21, 2022.

Key Takeaways

Earth Day is the largest secular (non-religious) observance in the world.
Burning fossil fuels (like coal, oil, and gas) emits a gas called carbon dioxide (CO2) into the atmosphere. More carbon dioxide in the atmosphere can trap more heat on earth like a blanket, leading to an increased average global temperature.
Acting on climate change requires both systemic action like laws and business changes, and individual action, like voting and making personal choices.
Environmental degradation and climate change can have negative social emotional impacts on children. But, connecting with nature, finding community, and focusing on the solutions can help combat them.
Environmental literacy is a transdisciplinary subject. It is a part of every subject, and can be included in any lesson plan.