From the children who will inherit the planet comes a collection of songs, activism, and heartfelt tips for protecting the earth.

From the children who will inherit the planet comes a collection of songs, activism, and heartfelt tips for protecting the earth.

This Earth Day special showcases the ways in which kids are doing their part to clean up the environment.

Focusing on energy use and sustainability, the show features stories about endangered animals alongside scenes with kids who are working to protect the nature around them - from the mountaintops to the coral reefs. Readings and performances by Elizabeth Mitchell, Willie Nelson, They Might be Giants, Dan Zanes, and behind-the-scenes at the American Museum of Natural History with Dr. Christopher Filardi and Dr. Mande Holfold.

The fifth installment in the series features more thoughts from kids and scientists about endangered species and their habitats. With stories about honeybees, oysters, turtles, frogs, and birds, this episode offers an inspiring take on how we might protect the planet and everything on it. Readings and performances by Laura Dern, Stephin Merritt, and They Might be Giants.

Featuring young people dedicated to making the earth a cleaner place, the final installment in this acclaimed docu-series explores issues ranging from fracking and water pollution to the benefits of local food and reducing our carbon footprints. Also featured are readings and performances by Audra McDonald, Jason Mraz, Karen O, They Might Be Giants and the late Pete Seeger.