By Mariah Rawding
Astronaut Suni Williams has watched Earth's glaciers recede and its forests thin from 250 miles away in a spaceship.
Next month, she will join learners of all ages at MIT to share her perspective on climate change — one shaped by viewing Earth from orbit.
On Wednesday, April 15, the MIT pK-12 Initiative at MIT Open Learning will host its second annual Day of Climate. Taking place at the MIT Museum, this dynamic in-person event will bring together learners, educators, activists, researchers, and families for a full afternoon of conversation, discovery, and hands-on exploration focused on climate learning and action. A livestream will be available for those that can’t join in person.
Throughout the event, attendees of all ages will join hands-on sessions of grant-funded climate curricula exploring topics from ocean health to sustainable fashion design. They will participate in interactive workshops and hear from learners who are already developing solutions in their schools and communities. The sessions are designed to connect cutting-edge scientific research with practical tools for teaching, learning, and climate action.