Earth Day is becoming more important every year. Political leaders are finally addressing the importance of what’s happening to our world. There are ways you can observe the day in your own home too.
Have an Earth Day meeting with your household. Kids will really enjoy being part of something so official. Your agenda could include making a list of goals to achieve before next Earth Day. You could also bake up some special organic treats for the meeting.

Resources for planning your Earth Day goals:

EPA’s Protect the Environment at Home and in the Garden is a great place to start for …read more

This fabulous recipe is one of the many you will find in Food to Live By: The Earthbound Farm Organic Cookbook.

Beet and Arugula Salad with Walnuts and Feta Cheese
The vibrant colors and sweet flavors of the beets and oranges in this salad contrast deliciously with the smooth white feta and crunchy nuts. Blood oranges are spectacular, but if they are not available, do not hesitate to make this delicious salad with any oranges you like. You can easily substitute mixed baby greens, mache or frisee for the arugula.
Serves 4 as a side salad
Ingredients

1 pound cooked beets (roasted, steamed, or boiled)
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