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Gaylord Nelson and How Earth Day Got Started

Provided by: The Kid Should See This |Published on: April 27, 2021
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  • This animated video provides information about Gaylord Nelson, the politician and environmental activist who invented Earth Day.
  • Students will learn about Nelson's lifelong mission, beginning in Clear Lake, WI, to protect the environment and spread awareness about environmental issues.
  • This resource also includes teaching resources, including a teacher guide and Slides presentation.
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Subjects: Biology, Civics, History
Authors: The Kid Should See This, PBS Wisconsin Education
Region: Global, WI - Northwoods (CESA 9, 10, 11, 12)
Languages: English

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