GLOBE Special Events

GLOBE Activities and Events for Earth Day

Earth Day is an opportunity for us to reflect on the amazing beauty and complexity of our planet which provides the air we breathe, the water we drink and the food we eat. It has helped focus attention on the need for clean air and water and the protection of endangered species. Millions worldwide participate in activities to improve our understanding, care and stewardship of these vital resources and to practice sound environmental citizenship throughout the year.


Common Monkey Lizard Polychrus marmoratus

Activity and Event Archive

Mini-documentaries created by GLOBE students about their local environments
to celebrate Earth Day:

PowerPoint PresentationsMovies*

* Note: To view the movies, you may need
to download them to your computer first.

More information about Earth Day and related activities can be found at:
World Environment Day, Earth Day Network, National Environmental Education Week.

Photo credits: Humpback Whale - Gete Bond; Cheetah and Cactus flower - Gary Randolph.

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