World Environment Day is a wonderful opportunity to inspire young minds to understand and care for the planet we all share. It’s the perfect moment to help children discover how their everyday choices “big or small”, can have a powerful and positive impact on the environment.
To support teachers, parents, and educators in fostering this awareness, we’ve developed two interactive and educational worksheets designed to engage young learners through creativity and hands-on learning: the Earth Wreath and Learn the 4Rs activities.
These thoughtfully designed worksheets aim to spark curiosity and build a deeper, lasting connection between children and the environment.
1. Decorate & Learn: Earth Wreath Worksheet
This creative worksheet invites students to appreciate the beauty of our Earth and explore the small but meaningful actions they can take to protect it.
In this hands-on worksheet, children will colour, cut, and assemble their very own Earth Wreath featuring images of recycling bins, newspapers, bottles, and other eco-friendly items.
As they decorate their wreath, kids are encouraged to reflect on the simple ways they can care for the planet like sorting rubbish, reusing paper, and recycling plastic.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Download and Print the Worksheet
Start by downloading and printing your worksheet. It includes: a wreath template (with recycling-themed images around the edge) and multiple Earth cut-out options to choose from.
2. Cut Out the Wreath Shape
Carefully cut around the outside of the circle to form your wreath. You will now have a ring shape, which will be the base of your Earth Wreath.
3. Colour the Recycling Items
Use bright colours to decorate each item on the wreath cut-out.
4. Cut Out Your Favourite Earth
Now take the Earth shapes template with different styles. Pick the one you like most and carefully cut it out.
5. Decorate the Earth
Use blue for oceans and green for the land and colour the trees, mountains, and flowers.
6. Glue the Earth to the Wreath
Stick the Earth cut-out at the bottom in the centre of the Wreath cut-out.
7. Show It Off with Pride!
Hang it on your bedroom door, classroom wall, or fridge to show how much you care about protecting our world.
Download and print your free worksheet below:
2. 4Rs Worksheet: Small Actions, Big Impact
This fun and educational earth-themed craft activity encourages kids to explore the 4Rs – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Repurpose through hands-on creativity.
As they colour, cut, and assemble their project, children will gain a deeper understanding of how everyday actions can positively impact the environment. Whether it’s choosing to use less plastic, giving old items a new purpose, or sorting waste correctly, each small decision adds up to a big difference.
This interactive worksheet is a great way to spark meaningful conversations about sustainability and empower the next generation to care for our planet.
Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Download and Print the Worksheet
Start by downloading and printing your worksheet. It includes: a globe (Earth) template and “Learn the 4Rs” section: Reuse, Reduce, Recycle, Repurpose template.
2. Colour the Globe
Get creative! Use your favourite crayons, markers, or pencil colours to decorate the Earth template.
3. Cut Out the Globe
Carefully cut around the dotted circle that outlines the Earth.
4. Cut the Inside Flaps
You’ll see four dotted lines on the globe. These are flap lines. Carefully cut along each one.
5. Fold Back the Flaps Gently
Gently fold each flap back so they open upwards. This will create windows to reveal the 4Rs underneath.
6. Cut Out the 4Rs Section
Cut out the circle with the 4Rs and paste it beneath the earth cut-out.
7. Match & Stick Under Each Flap
Match each section to its flap. Use glue to stick them in place. Don’t stick the whole circle cut-out, just stick the sides.
8. Open and Learn!
Lift each flap to read what each 4R means! You’ve created your very own interactive learning globe.
Download and print your free worksheet below:
For more engaging Environment Day activities, check out our World Environment Day: Fun Printable Worksheets, featuring Badge and Bracelet Making Worksheets.
These creative projects are designed to inspire both kids and adults to celebrate the planet in a fun, hands-on, and meaningful way. Each worksheet includes easy-to-follow steps to help craft unique keepsakes that encourage environmental awareness.
