Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 each year to remind people about the dangers of pollution. Senator Gaylord Nelson organized the first Earth Day in 1970. On that day, peope marched, planted trees, and picked up litter. With small tasks young readers can do to help, Earth Day presents a hopeful look at the future of the planet.

Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 each year to remind people about the dangers of pollution. Senator Gaylord Nelson organized the first Earth Day in 1970. On that day, peope marched, planted trees, and picked up litter. With small tasks young readers can do to help, Earth Day presents a hopeful look at the future of the planet.