Taking Care of Our Earth
We live on the planet Earth. It is made up of water, land, and air. They are all important to us.
Pollution occurs when something harmful is added to the water, land,or air. Pollution hurts our planet. How can we stop pollution and help keep the Earth clean?
Sometimes people throw trash can cause water pollution. Polluted water is not safe to drink. You can help keep the water clean. Do not throw your trash in the water. If you see trash, pick it up.
water pollutionTrash on the ground can cause land pollution. Polluted land may harm plants and soil. When an animal eats trash, it may get sick.
You can help keep the land clean. Recycle things like cans, bottles,and newspapers. When you recycle something, it can made into something new.
Smoke from cars causes air pollution. Polluted air is hard to breathe and may make people sick. It may also harm plants and animals.
You can help keep the air clean. Walk or ride a bike instead of trammeling by car. You can help take care of the Earth’s water, land and air.
How can you take care of the Earth?