Father's Day is a great opportunity to celebrate the important men in children's lives, be they fathers, grandfathers, stepfathers, or other father figures. In Australia, Father's Day is celebrated on […]
Yom Kippur, also known as the Day of Atonement, is the holiest day of the year in Judaism. It is observed with fasting, prayer, and reflection as a time for repentance and seeking forgiveness. In early years settings, Yom Kippur can be introduced in a way that is inclusive, focusing on themes like forgiveness, kindness, […]
World Teachers' Day is celebrated around the world on the 5th of October. As teachers prepare children for the future, it’s more important than ever to recognise the difficult job […]
Columbus Day is a holiday in the United States that commemorates Christopher Columbus's arrival in the Americas on October 12, 1492. However, this holiday is somewhat controversial due to the […]
Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated primarily in the United States and Canada, focusing on themes of gratitude, togetherness, and sharing. In an early years setting, educators can introduce children to […]
Advent is the period of four weeks leading up to Christmas, observed by Christians as a time of preparation and anticipation for the celebration of the birth of Jesus. In […]
Kwanzaa is an African-American and pan-African cultural holiday celebrated from December 26th to January 1st. It focuses on seven core principles known as the Nguzo Saba, which represent African values […]
Lent is a Christian observance that lasts for approximately six weeks before Easter. It's often associated with fasting or giving something up, prayer, and charity. If your early years setting […]
Mother's Day is celebrated on different dates in different countries around the world. Here are the dates for some countries: United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, India, China, Japan, the […]