Sprite Advice about Protecting the Environment

The adorable and environmentally conscious Sprites from Disney's hit show for preschoolers, Johnny and the Sprites, want kids to know that everyone can make a difference on Earth Day and every day. Here are some suggestions from Ginger, Lily, Basil and Root to help kids learn how to protect the environment:

• Learn some new words! Find out from a grown up what "recycle" and "environment" really mean.
• Treat animals, plants and trees the way you would treat your friends and parents.
• Take a nature walk outside with mom or dad or another favorite grown up.
• Before you throw anything in the garbage, ask a grown up if it can be recycled.
• Never EVER litter - not at the beach, the pare, or anywhere!
• Help mom or dad plant trees and seeds outside.
• Start your own garden inside the house with seeds in a jar.
• Don't leave the water running when you are brushing your teeth.
• When you color and paint, do it on both sides of the paper.
• Don't take or use more napkins or paper towels than you need.
• Give up juice boxes and have juice in fun reusable bottles and cups.
• In the wintertime, help mom and dad shovel the snow on your walkway instead of using a machine that can zap energy and pollute the air.
• Pass along your toys to others when you don't want to play with them anymore. Reusing and donating is a great way to make a difference!