Earth Day Actions and Ideas

Mrs. Jamo's reading corner presents 'Robin Hill School Earth Day' by Margaret McNamara. In Mrs. Connor's class, students brainstorm big ideas to save the Earth, but Emma feels her ideas are too small. Encouraged by her dad, Emma learns that small actions like conserving water and recycling can make a difference. On Earth Day, students share their projects, and Emma realizes her small actions are impactful. The class adopts her approach, emphasizing that small efforts can lead to significant change.

What event is approaching in Mrs. Connor's classroom?

• Thanksgiving

• Halloween

• Earth Day

• Christmas

What did Egan want to do to help the Earth?

• Rescue the polar bears

• Recycle cans

• Save the dolphins

• Plant a forest

Why was Emma sad when she went home?

• She lost her homework

• She wanted to go on a trip

• She didn't have any big ideas to save the Earth

• She didn't like Earth Day

What did Emma and her dad do to help the Earth?

• Built a birdhouse

• Went for walks and picked up trash

• Adopted a pet

• Planted trees

Where did Emma and her dad shop to help the Earth?

• Farmer's market

• Mall

• Supermarket

• Online store

What did Michael do on Earth Day?

• Drew a picture of polar bears

• Talked about forests

• Made dolphin noises

• Presented a recycling plan

What did Emma do on Earth Day?

• Drew a picture of polar bears

• Shared her list of small actions

• Made dolphin noises

• Talked about forests

What did Mrs. Connor's class do after Earth Day?

• Planted a garden

• Slowed down and recycled

• Went on a field trip

• Started a new project

What did Mrs. Connor say about Emma's small ideas?

• They are pretty big

• They are not enough

• They are too small

• They need improvement

What is the main message of the story?

• Big ideas are the only way to save the Earth

• Small actions can have a big impact

• Only adults can help the Earth

• Earth Day is not important