Book 1, Question 75
Why Should We Care About This Planet? Small Choices Matter!
Our planet is full of amazing places, and each one is important. The page explains that weather is the day's mood while climate is the long habit, the usual pattern of weather in a place, and that wild places like forests, wetlands, oceans and grasslands help make our air, water and food. You will visit four biomes: tropical rainforest, grassland, wetland and tundra. Plants release oxygen that we breathe. Name three jobs of one wild patch near you!
From the book
Page from A Million Whys Book 1
More fun facts
- Using less of something is a gift to Earth. A shorter shower saves water and the fuel used to heat it.
- Turning off the water while you brush your teeth saves water too.
- You can recycle cans, bottles, paper, books, and even toys.
- Energy-efficient light bulbs, like LEDs, save energy and cut greenhouse gases.
- The less water you use, the less runoff and wastewater end up in the ocean.
- Keeping chemicals out of drains and storm drains helps protect rivers, lakes, and the ocean.
- Getting outside to enjoy nature, like walking in the woods or planting a tree, is part of caring for Earth.
Sources: KidsHealth (Nemours), NOAA Ocean Service
Questions kids ask
What can kids do to help the planet?
Save water, turn off lights, recycle, and keep chemicals out of drains. Small choices add up.
How does saving water help the ocean?
Using less water means less runoff and wastewater flowing into the ocean.