All Souls’ Day – Day of the Dead
All Souls’ Day, also known as Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) in Mexico, is observed on November 2nd each year. This celebration is a time to honour […]
All Souls’ Day, also known as Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos) in Mexico, is observed on November 2nd each year. This celebration is a time to honour […]
Remembrance Sunday is a day of commemoration observed in the United Kingdom and other Commonwealth countries to remember the sacrifices made by servicemen and women during times of war […]
World Science Day, also known as World Science Day for Peace and Development, is an annual event celebrated on November 10th. The day aims to highlight the importance of science […]
World Nursery Rhyme Week is an annual event that aims to celebrate and promote the importance of nursery rhymes in early childhood development. Nursery rhymes have been shown to help develop language, literacy, and numeracy skills, as well as support the development of social, physical, and emotional skills in young children. The event usually takes […]
Anti Bullying Week - #AntiBullyingWeek Anti-Bullying Week is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about bullying and promote positive relationships among children. In early years settings, Anti-Bullying Week can be an opportunity to teach children about kindness, empathy, and respect, and to create a safe and inclusive environment. Introduce the concept of bullying: […]
World Kindness Day is celebrated annually on November 13th and aims to promote kindness, empathy, and compassion among people of all ages. In an early years setting, educators can […]
World Diabetes Day, observed annually on November 14th, is a global event aimed at raising awareness about diabetes, its prevention, and management. In an early years setting educators can use World Diabetes Day as an opportunity to introduce young children to the importance of a healthy lifestyle, balanced diet, and exercise to prevent diabetes and […]
National Tree Week is the UK's largest annual tree celebration, marking the start of the winter tree planting season. This event is organised by The Tree Council to promote the importance of trees, encourage public engagement in tree conservation, and inspire people to plant more trees. National Tree Week is an excellent opportunity to teach […]
St. Andrew's Day is a national day in Scotland, celebrated on November 30th, honoring St. Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland. In an early years setting, educators can introduce children to St. Andrew's Day and its significance in a fun, age-appropriate, and inclusive manner. Here are some ideas for celebrating St. Andrew's Day in an […]
Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, midwinter day.