St. Joseph’s Day, celebrated on March 19, is an observance dedicated to Joseph, the foster father of Jesus in Christian tradition. It’s particularly important in Catholic and some Protestant denominations.
However, as with any religious holiday, how you observe it in an early years setting will depend on the backgrounds and beliefs of the children in your care.
Crafts: Have the children make carpentry-related crafts since St. Joseph was traditionally a carpenter. For example, they could construct simple objects from wooden building blocks or even do some ‘pretend’ woodworking with play dough or cardboard.
Baking: In certain cultures, particularly Italian, traditional pastries such as Zeppole or “St Joseph’s Day Bread” are made on this day. If possible, you could bake a simple version of these or any other bread to celebrate.
Story Time: Tell age-appropriate stories about the life of St. Joseph. You can focus on themes of kindness, respect, hard work, and family.
As with any religious or cultural celebration, it’s important to be sensitive to the diverse beliefs and backgrounds of the children in your care. Always discuss plans for such observances with parents and caregivers, to ensure they are comfortable with how their child is participating in the celebration.
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