Thursday, April 22, 2010

HAPPY EARTH DAY!

". . . on April 22, 1970, Earth Day was held, one of the most
remarkable happenings in the history of democracy. . . "

-American Heritage Magazine, October 1993


April 22nd marks the 40th anniversary of Earth Day - a worldwide celebration, designed to inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's environment. To celebrate Earth Day, the Cool Crafters at Main Library made eco-friendly crafts out of recycled materials. [photos below]






Find Earth Day, eco-craft, and more craft books for kids
@ your local Long Beach Public Library location.


Bringing the Rain to Kapiti Plain
by Verna Aardema



The Lorax
by Dr. Seuss