Have you ever sat by a stream or river, listening to the water flow, and realized just how much water we are surrounded by?
Water is all around us. It is really important to our survival. Freshwater is what we drink, use to make food, keep ourselves clean, and even make stuff.
This is why today we’re celebrating World Water Day!
World Water Day is a special day that comes around once a year to celebrate freshwater. Everyone needs freshwater to live, but many places don’t have enough. In big cities around the world, lots of people still don’t have access to clean water. Even in Canada, some First Nation Communities don’t have safe drinking water.
There are things that can harm our freshwater. Things like pollution, invasive species, and trash from our homes. And as climate change gets worse, it makes things even tougher for the plants and animals that rely on water.
What can we do about it?
World Water Day is here to remind us that water is important, and we can all do something to help! You can start by joining other Earth Rangers and taking action!
We have some fun ways for you to learn about saving water and helping the planet. Join the Big Splash Challenge in the Earth Rangers app. You will learn small, everyday habits that help save water and fight climate change!
When you log your climate-friendly habits, you’ll help us reach our goal of 120,000 habits. When we reach that goal, Earth Rangers will donate water quality testing kits to Les Scientifines (who help girls from disadvantaged backgrounds learn about science and technology) and to a youth program with the Métis Nation of Ontario.
You can also unlock some cool treasures just for you, like a coloring page, a sand dollar cookie recipe, and a shell necklace for your avatar. So let’s dive in and make a big splash together!
A test of skills!
Think you know about how climate change affects water? We’ve got two quizzes to put your skills to the test! Try the Freshwater quiz or the one on Oceans—or maybe even both. Let’s see what you’ve got!
Looking for other activities to do during World Water Day?
- Speak up: Send letters and pictures to your local leaders, or the media, sharing your concerns about your local water system. Your voice can spark change!
- Learn and spread awareness: Learn more about the importance of clean water. Tell friends, family, classmates. Awareness helps others understand why water protection matters!
- Get involved: Help out with local clean-up events around water sources such as lakes and rivers.
- Save water: Be careful with your water use at home. Take shorter showers and don’t leave your tap on while brushing your teeth!
Let’s all work together to make a big splash and protect our water!
