growing climate curiosity, one game at a timE
Earth Matters: The educational board game that helps kids and families understand climate science through joyful, active play.
Play With Purpose!
Earth Matters fills a unique niche as both an educational resource and a fun, memorable experience.
Designed for 2-5 players ages 8+
BUILD ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS
Explore real-world environmental challenges and inspire curiosity about protecting our planet.
create meaningful conversations
Bring families, friends, and students together to discuss nature, conservation, and positive action.
learn through play
Discover wildlife, ecosystems, and environmental concepts through engaging, hands-on gameplay.
Where was this banana grown?
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If you could be any animal for five minutes, what would you be?
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Where does the electricity in your home come from?
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Where was this banana grown? • If you could be any animal for five minutes, what would you be? • Where does the electricity in your home come from? •
EDUCATOR REVIEW
Suzie Hicks, educator and passionate climate advocate gives an inspiring review of Earth Matters!
KID REVIEW
Leo, of Leo’s Animal Planet, junior ambassador of the Born Free Foundation gives this lively review!
GAMEPLAY VIDEO
Watch how the Earth Matters game is played with the unique illustrated game board, cards, and pieces.
BOARD GAME PRO REVIEW
Denis and Jesse, producers of Board Games Unboxed, give this enthusiastic thumbs-up!
How to Play Earth Matters
Explore a unique grid of time and temperature
Collect Critical Habitats, Energy Tokens, and Earth Treasures
Strategize your way across the game board
Share ideas and discuss “Tell Us About” card topics
Printed on FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) paper using water-based inks.
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View FSC Certification
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Printed on FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) paper using water-based inks. • View FSC Certification •
128 unique cards drive the gameplay, from testing your knowledge to making bird calls!
Meet the Creative Team:
Lori McDonald
Designer
A founder of Soldier Hollow Charter School, a former art teacher and aspiring poet, she loves mountain sports and working with kids.
Rohan and Yuliia
Illustrators
Based in India, they are deeply committed to raising awareness of climate change and aiding wildlife conservation and welfare.
Hayley Bruning
content strategist
A writer and content strategist, when not working, she’s either writing fiction, running, or hanging out with friends (or her cat, Moonee).
Trusted by Educators, Families, & Game Lovers
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![Christina Kwauk Testimonial]()
“Earth Matters is a timely and thoughtful approach to engaging children and youth on a topic deeply shaping their future. Every school, classroom, and home should have this resource!"
Christina Kwauk
Education and Climate Change Specialist, Unbounded Associates -
![Rachel Arbor of Gaia Scholastic]()
"Earth Matters seamlessly translates the complexities of climate change and climate justice into gameplay that kids love! It cultivates community in the name of conservation with its thoughtful and inclusive prompts and charismatic characters. It's a staple for the classroom and family board game night!”
Rachel Arbor
Founder and CEO of Gaia Scholastic -
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"The game aligned with our learning all year and taught the students great vocabulary and actions. It was the perfect mix of learning and fun!”
Brittany Jefferson
Educator, Curriculum Developer, Subject to Climate -
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"As a science teacher and a parent of elementary and middle school students, I think using game-based learning to teach kids about climate change is brilliant!"
Jessica Purcell
Biologist & Science Educator -
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“My 4th-grade students loved playing Earth Matters! The game is fun and as a teacher, I was thrilled to see the student engagement, collaboration, and excitement they had while playing.”
Shannon Poirier
Teacher, Soldier Hollow Charter School -
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“Earth Matters cleverly employs play to introduce timely and vital topics, facilitate conversations, and provide a platform for exchanging ideas and an opportunity for youth to develop relationships.”
Nevada Christianson
Artist and Owner, ChicaDee Designs
