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The idea of Earth Day evolved over a period of seven years starting in 1962. In 1962 a marine biologist named Rachel Carson published Silent Spring. The title referred to a future without birds and described in plain language devastating long-term effects of highly toxic pesticides and other chemical agents then commonly used in American agriculture, industry and day-to-day life.
In 1963, former Senator Gaylord Nelson began to worry about our planet. Senator Nelson knew that our world was getting dirty and that many of our plants and animals were dying. He wondered why more people weren't trying to solve these problems. He talked to other lawmakers and to the President. They decided that the President would go around the country and tell people about these concerns.
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Earth Day Activities
Recycling is when an object can be shredded, melted or otherwise processed and then turned into new raw material -- for instance, aluminum cans can be melted down to make more cans, glass can make more glass, cardboard and paper make more cardboard and paper, plastic bags and containers can be turned into other plastic products. This takes some energy (very little for aluminum), but it is a good choice.
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About Earth Day
Earth Day is the day designated for fostering appreciation of the earth's environment and awareness of the issues that threaten it. Earth Day is a special day that celebrates the Earth. Earth Day was born on April 22, 1970, in San Francisco, California. It was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson (D-Wisconsin) as an environmental. Every year, America and over 100 different countries join together in the celebration of Earth Day on April 22nd.
Earth Day is the largest, most celebrated environmental event worldwide. On Earth Day, we remember to appreciate nature and learn ways to protect our environment. UN (International organization) celebrates an Earth Day each year on the March 20, a tradition which was founded by peace activist John McConnell in 1969.
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