๐Blue Marble Moments: 5 Fun Facts You Didn't Know About Earth Day!๐ฑ
๐ฝ Ahoy there, fellow Earthlings! Every year on April 22nd, the world comes together to celebrate Earth Day! Get ready for some serious "Blue Marble Moments" – surprising five fun facts that will make you look at Earth Day in a whole new light. ๐๐๐ก 1. Born from a Senator's Vision ๐ It all started in 1970 with Senator Gaylord Nelson from Wisconsin , who was Inspired by a devastating Santa Barbara oil spill in 1969 . Senator Nelson ignited a spark. Earth Day blossomed into a national teach-in , with 20 million people joining marches and educational activities. This is the surprising story of how Earth Day bloomed into a global movement! 2. College Break Advantage ๐ค Ever wonder why Earth Day lands on April 22nd? It's genius! Earth Day's founders ensured maximum student participation by scheduling it between spring break and finals . Imagine campuses buzzing with environmental rallies on the first Earth Day in 1970! This strategic date empowered