Protecting the planet is a global responsibility that requires the cooperation of every man, woman and child. Many eco-conscious adults likely adapted their lifestyles over the last several decades, when the movement to live in a more eco-friendly way took off. Parents who want to instill that lesson in their children at an early age can do so in various ways: Turn time outdoors with your kids into teaching opportunities. The great outdoors provides a great opportunity to teach kids about the environment and how to protect it.
Make recycling a priority at home. One of the easiest ways to get even young kids actively involved in protecting the planet is to get them to recycle.
Use a water filter at home. Water filters also provide a simple way to teach kids about the value of protecting the planet. According to The Water Project, a nonprofit organization that provides reliable water projects to communities in sub-Saharan Africa, bottles used to package water take more than 1,000 years to biodegrade.
Another fun way to teach kids to be more ecofriendly is to stop driving everywhere and ride bikes when possible. Short car trips burn substantial amounts of fuel.
