Earth Day Projects for Preschool Kids, to Teach the Importance of Sustainability
If you want to teach your preschool kids about sustainability, check out these six projects that the whole family can enjoy on Earth Day.
Community
Explore initiatives and practices that promote sustainable living within communities. Join the movement for a greener neighborhood.
Earth Day Trivia and Fun Facts for Students of All Ages
Earth Day trivia questions about the history of the holiday, the planet's natural resources, and more are handy tools for teaching.
5 Earth Day Volunteer Ideas: How to Celebrate and Honor Mother Earth
Volunteering is a feel-good way to help the planet, and those in need. Here are some productive ideas to make your Earth Day a fulfilling one.
6 Fun and Educational Earth Day Activities for Middle and High School Students
From writing prompts to learning about invasive species, here are 6 Earth Day activities for tweens and teens.
Poems for Earth Day: Words to Appreciate the Wonders of Nature
It's easy to recognize the beauty of the planet, but these poems take appreciating nature to a whole new level. Here are some Earth day poems.
You Can Donate Your Solar Eclipse Glasses to Be Reused in Other Countries — Here's How
Solar eclipse glasses can be donated for reuse by future eclipse viewers in South America, Asia, and Africa.
Here's a Step-by-Step Guide to Upcycling Your Favorite T-Shirts Into a Quilt
A T-shirt quilt is the perfect way to transform your T-shirt collection into a comfy blanket, and it only requires a bit of sewing and stitching.
How to Easily Recycle Batteries of All Kinds
If you're looking to recycle batteries, most kinds can easily be recycled at numerous drop-off points around the U.S.
How World Water Day 2024 Wants to Use Water for World Peace
Every year, March 22 marks World Water Day — here's what to know about the 2024 holiday, which is hosted by the United Nations.
This TikToker Says Your Wildflower Mix Is Not What You Think It Is — Here's Why
This TikToker is raising the alarm saying people shouldn't buy a particular brand of wildflower mix because the ingredients aren't so great.
Is the Chicago River Dye Eco-Friendly? Everything to Know About This Decades-Old Tradition
What is the Chicago River dyed with? Though the St. Patrick's Day tradition looks like an ecological disaster, it isn't actually bad for the environment.
Safely Watch the Solar Eclipse at Home by Building Your Own Solar Eclipse Glasses
A solar eclipse is a rare phenomenon, but humans shouldn't look at the eclipse without protective equipment. Here's how to make eclipse glasses at home.
Inspiring, Funny, Uplifting Wednesday Quotes to Embrace Hump Day
These Wednesday quotes are sure to make you laugh and brighten your hump day. Get ready to be inspired to make the most out of your week.
Spectators On "Pip Watch" Concerned That No Bald Eagle Eggs Have Hatched Yet
Jackie and Shadow, bald eagles in Big Bear, Calif., have been incubating three eggs for over a month. Now they're on "pip watch!"
Look, but Don't Touch: Blue Dragon Sea Slugs Have a Uniquely Powerful Sting
Blue dragons are beautiful and otherworldly sea slugs, but beachgoers and spring breakers are warned to beware of their sting.
International Women’s Day Is March 8: How to Get Involved This Year
International Women's Day is March 8 — here's why we celebrate it on that day, how to celebrate the holiday at work, and quotes to inspire you.
Is It Possible for Dogs to Have Autism? Understanding the Signs and Symptoms
Dogs can have a developmental condition similar to human autism called canine dysfunctional behavior, which includes a range of atypical behaviors.
20 Elon Musk Memes About His Life and Career Guaranteed to Make You Laugh
These Elon Musk memes can fit anyone’s sense of humor. Check out some of the most popular pictures and GIFs covering Elon’s life and career.
A Killer Whale in South Africa Eats This Surprising Creature for Lunch In "Unprecedented" Attack
Killer whales are known for hunting in pods and maintaining a diet of fish and squid. Researchers study orcas that have modified their diets to shark.
Kenny the Tiger's Story: The Truth About White Tigers, a Product of Cruel Inbreeding
Kenny the tiger was thought by many to have Down syndrome, however, this isn’t the case. His facial deformities were a result of inbreeding and abuse.
International Polar Bear Day Honors Vulnerable Mamas and Cubs, Who Are Threatened by Climate Change
International Polar Bear Day specifically honors mama polar bears and their cubs — half of whom don't make it to adulthood.
Watch These Films and Documentaries During Black History Month
In honor of Black History Month, check out these movies, documentaries, shows, and docuseries, that are all available for streaming.
Vegan Women Summit 2024 Welcomes Heather Mills, Maggie Baird, and More — Everything to Know
Vegan Women Summit 2024 — which is open to all genders — returns to Los Angeles for its fourth annual summit. Here's everything you need to know about the exciting event.
Second Rare Golden Tiger Sighting in India Sparks Concerns About Genetic Issues
A rare golden tiger was sighted in India in January 2024, but conservationists are worried this is actually a sign of increased inbreeding.
You May Want to Avoid Taking Metamucil at This Time of Day
Taking Metamucil before bed can cause stomach discomfort, and even interfere with certain medications.
It's Mardi Gras! How to Celebrate the Holiday Sustainably
A sustainable, zero-waste Mardi Gras is possible, even though the holiday usually comes with a lot of waste — here are a few ideas.
Becoming a Wildlife Rehabilitator Is Fairly Easy — and Free — in Many States
There are so many ways to express your love for animals — such as becoming a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. Here's how.
Threatened Ecological Communities: These Habitats at Risk of Extinction in Australia
Australia's threatened ecological community list includes more than 100 biodiverse habitats, but is enough being done to protect them?
Why Does the Devil Look like a Goat? How the Symbolism Miscasts Goats as Evil
Depictions of satan often have horns and hooves similar to goats, which can lead to assumptions about their behavior. So where did this come from?
Capybaras Are Some of the Animal Kingdom's Most Chill Creatures: Here's Why
Capybaras' laid-back nature, in part thanks to their herbivore diet, makes them some of the most chill animals around.
Coast Guard Miraculously Rescues Dog Trapped in Shipping Container for Over a Week
Learn how a routine shipping container inspection by the U.S. Coast Guard led to a heartwarming rescue mission for a precious dog in need of care.
Shop for Ethical, Slave Labor-Free Chocolate on Valentine's Day and Year-Round
The cocoa industry is riddled with injustice. Here's our guide on how to seek out ethical, fair-trade chocolate.
Our Best Tips to Love Your Significant Other and the Environment This Valentine's Day
Our eco-friendly Valentine's Day tips, including buying sustainably-made food and vintage or lab-grown diamonds, keeps you (and the earth) happy.
These Toilet Paper Memes Will Have You Laughing As You Scroll From the Toilet
Some people are shy about bathroom humor, but not us. Enjoy these TP memes while you're (probably) reading this from the bathroom.
An Artist's Work Sold for Hundreds — Then She Bought It Back for $6 at Goodwill
Beth S. Zamarripa is an artist with a unique story to tell. Her work is well-traveled and eventually ended up back in her hands. Here's the story.
These Super Relatable and Adorable Memes Made Me Realize I'm a Capybara at Heart
The internet loves the world's largest rodent, and so do we. Check out these memes of way-too-relatable capybaras to get you through the week.
The History of Black History Month, and Why Its Celebrated in February
Why is February Black History Month? Here's everything we know about why this time of rememberance takes place during the second month of the year.
29 Facts About Black History and Changemakers, From Beyoncé to Frederick Douglass
Here are Black History Month facts for each day of February, about the history of the month, Black changemakers, and more.
Does Breadfruit Actually Taste Like Bread? Exploring the Flavors of 'Ulu
Breadfruit is described in taste as similar to everything from to potatoes to, yes, bread. Here's what you need to know about this fruit.
A Snow Monkey Is on the Run After Escaping a Scottish Zoo
A Japanese macaque monkey is on the lam after escaping from a zoo in the Scottish highlands. Residents in the area are calling him "Kingussie Kong."
International Zebra Day Aims to Help Raise Awareness for the Endangered Grévy's Zebra
International Zebra Day takes place on Jan. 31 every year. Here's how to observe the holiday, which raises awareness for zebra conservation.
Jason Mraz Goes "Back to the Earth" on His Regenerative Avocado Farm of 20 Years (Exclusive)
Green Matters sat down with Jason Mraz on behalf of his partnership with Planet Oat, and chatted about his avocado and coffee farm, upcoming music, and more.
Is Environmental Science Hard? Everything You Need To Know About the Field
Environmental science is a interdisciplinary science field that combines many natural science courses with a social science curriculum.
Northern White Rhinos Are Functionally Extinct — but IVF Is About to Change That
After a successful embryo transfer on a southern white rhino, scientists hope IVF can save the northern white rhino from extinction.
Keep Seeing Lizards? These Reptiles Can Be Good or Bad Omens
A lizard’s spiritual meaning depends on the religious or cultural community defining it, and they can represent good or bad omens.
People Are Mesmerized by These Videos of Swimming Feather Stars
Swimming feather stars, aka Jimbacrinus crinoids, are enchanting social media viewers with their beauty and grace. Are they a plant, or a fish? Here are details on these fascinating creatures.
The Best Art About Climate Change: How Artists Create Beauty From Global Warming
While some climate activists destroy art, others create it. Here are some of the best pieces of art that address climate change, by artists including Banksy.
Is There an Uncharted Land in China With Dinosaurs? Fact-Checking the Conspiracy
The internet can’t stop talking about an uncharted land in China with dinosaurs. Learn more about this conspiracy theory and its tangential facts.
Research Shows Swans Would Rather Fight Than Sleep: Why Are They so Aggressive?
Swans are beautiful creatures, but they can also be aggressive and powerful enough to drive species out of their native ecosystems.
A Shopper's $2 Thrift Store Necklace Turns Out to Be Worth $3,000
Jess Smith was shopping at a local thrift store when she found a $2 necklace that looked like a Tide Pod. It was valued at $3,000. Here's the story.
