EARTHRISE: Earth Day Goes Digital 
On Earth Day, April 22, 2020, we have two crises: One is the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. The other is a slowly building disaster for our climate. We can, will and must solve both challenges. The world was not prepared for the novel coronavirus. But we still have time to prepare — in every part of the world — for the climate crisis.

Earth Day (Official Site)
Earth Day Network’s mission is to diversify, educate and activate the environmental movement worldwide. Growing out of the first Earth Day in 1970, Earth Day Network is the world’s largest recruiter to the environmental movement, working with more than 75,000 partners in over 190 countries to drive positive action for our planet.
Checkout information on Earth Day 2020 and News + Stories.

The History of Earth Day  
Every year on April 22, Earth Day marks the anniversary of the birth of the modern environmental movement in 1970.
As we prepare to mark 50 years of Earth Day in 2020, let’s take a look at the last half-century of mobilization for action.

A Q & A With Denis Hayes, Coordinator of the First Earth Day
In 1970, as a 25-year-old graduate student, Denis Hayes organized the first Earth Day. The resounding success of that event, which brought out 20 million Americans — 10 percent of the United States population at the time — helped spark the modern environmental movement. 

CNN: Earth Day Activities That Are Good for You and the Planet During the Pandemic
Because of the coronavirus pandemic, this year's celebrations are limited to our immediate and virtual surroundings. Even though we can't celebrate our planet with community tree plantings, cleanups and national park visits this year, there are outdoor activities to enjoy within the vicinity of your home that are good for the planet and good for your health

The Atlantic: Earth Day 50
On April 22, 2020, we observe the 50th Earth Day, and though many improvements have been made, environmental challenges remain. Collected here are 31 images of our world from recent years, each a glimpse into some aspect of our environment, how it affects and sustains us, and how we affect it. Some pictures are beautiful. Some are not and cause us to think.

Earth Day Daily Challenge
In the face of a challenge that forces us to stay apart, we’re bringing challenges to bring the world together. Join us for the Earth Day Daily Challenge, a 22-day series that will allow people to connect through challenges to take action right now, and every day, for our planet.

50 Years On, Earth Day’s Legal Legacy Looms Large
As Earth Day reaches a milestone anniversary, we're more committed than ever to building on the progress of the past while moving forward toward a healthy, sustainable future for all.

NBC News: Earth Day at 50; Why the Legacy of the 1970’s Environmental Movement Is in Jeopardy
Changing global and political landscapes have made the kind of broad and bipartisan agreements reached in the 1970s seem impossible. Fifty years later, those efforts are at risk of being rendered null.

Buzz Feed News: The First Earth Day Was 50 Years Ago, But These Photos Feel Timeless
Fifty years ago, before the environment was seen as a political cause, it united everyone. On April 22, 1970, the first Earth Day, millions of Americans around the country went outside for teach-ins and community cleanup events, in addition to marches protesting the mistreatment of the planet.

We Don’t Have Time
We invite you to join us for Earth Day Week, April 20–25, 2020. We’ll be broadcasting live talks and other daily shows from Washington DC, Stockholm and with speakers, thinkers and doers from all over the world.

Arbor Day Foundation
The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit conservation and education organization founded in 1972 in Nebraska, United States, by John Rosenow. It is the largest nonprofit membership organization dedicated to tree planting. The Foundation's stated corporate mission is "to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees."

Hoosier History Live
Because April includes Earth Day, Hoosier History Live will take the opportunity to explore tree planting crusades in Indianapolis, which have far deeper "roots" than many folks assume. Clear back in the 1850s - when the pioneer era wasn't even a distant memory and the Hoosier capital was not yet 40 years old - some residents were concerned about the loss of the city's tree canopy. In the spring of 1858, they organized the Shade Tree Association of Indianapolis to beautify the rapidly growing urban area with trees.
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WFPL Louisville
Some interesting articles from the Public Radio station in Louisville, KY. Checkout the study done by the University of Louisville: Trees May Reduce Stress, Promote Heart Health.

Trees Matter: Trees for Schools
Trees for Schools, aims to get more tree infrastructure into schools alongside teaching staff and students on the importance of trees and tree care.

One Tree Planted
As an environmental charity, we are dedicated to making it easier for individuals and businesses to give back to the environment, create a healthier climate, protect biodiversity and help reforestation efforts around the world. All by planting trees!
One Tree Planted's free school program brings environmental education into the classroom through fun and engaging lessons and activities.

Tree People: Top 22 Benefits of Trees
Learn more about why we need to plant and care for trees.

Tree Coloring Pages
Printable pages of trees that your children (or adults) can color.

Carly’s Kids Corner
Games, resources and printable activity sheets from the Arbor Day Foundation