Earth Day 2026: Clean Power Sort (4-7)

Celebrate World Earth Day 2026 with this no‑prep cut‑and‑paste activity introducing young children (ages 4–7) to renewable energy. Perfect for EYFS and KS1.

Pupils sort 8 picture cards into “Clean Power” (sun, wind, water, solar) and “Not Clean Power” (petrol car, coal, oil, factory smoke). A hands‑on way to build early science vocabulary and fine motor skills.

What’s included (print & go – colour or black/white):

• Sorting mat with two clearly labelled columns
• Cut‑out picture sheet (8 cards with dashed cutting lines)
• Extension activity – draw & write: “How can YOU use clean power at home?”
• Teacher notes + full answer key

Learning objectives:

· Recognise that the sun, wind and water give us clean energy
· Understand that coal and oil are not clean for our planet
· Sort and classify using simple criteria

Skills practised:

• Cutting and gluing
• Sorting and categorising
• Early writing (extension page)

Differentiation:

· Non‑writers can complete only the sorting activity
· More able pupils can attempt the sentence‑starter and drawing task

Perfect for:

· Earth Day week (April 22nd)
· Science / Understanding the World lessons
· Supply teacher folders
· Morning work or science centres

File format: PDF (print as many copies as you need for your class)

Age range: 4–7 years (EYFS, Reception, Year 1, Year 2)

Curriculum links: UK – Understanding the World (EYFS) / Science – seasonal changes & caring for environment (KS1)