How these Malaysian parents teach their kids to love the planet


Iza (right) is a passionate advocate for the environment, and she has made it her mission to instill the same values in her daughter, Kaira. - IZA IBRAHIM

Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 every year, as a global reminder of the need to protect the planet’s natural resources and the ways we care for our home.

Climate change, pollution and other environmental issues are adversely impacting our planet, so many people are adopting new, sustainable habits. Parents are also instilling these habits in their children, so the young ones understand the importance of treating the planet better.

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