The EPA website provides K-12 students and educators with access to quality homework resources, lesson plans and project ideas for learning and teaching about the environment. Environmental education (EE) is a multi-disciplinary approach to learning about environmental issues that enhances knowledge, builds critical thinking skills, and helps students make informed and responsible decisions.

Find an array of environmental and science based lesson plans, activities and ideas below from EPA, other federal agencies and external organizations. For students EPA also offers a variety of homework help, games, and quizzes to help students.

The website also provides information about EPA activities and programs that support environmental education, including professional development, youth and educator recognition, and grants.  Environmental education increases public awareness and knowledge about environmental issues or problems. In doing so, it provides the public with the necessary skills to make informed decisions and take responsible action.