World First Aid Day is a great opportunity to introduce young children to the basics of safety and first aid in an age-appropriate way. Here are some activities that you can organize for early years settings: Introduce What First Aid is: Start with a simple explanation of what first aid is - helping someone who […]
Roald Dahl Day is celebrated annually on September 13th, the birthday of the beloved children's author. Introducing Roald Dahl Day in early years settings offers a fantastic opportunity to foster a love of reading, stimulate creativity, and engage young children in the magic of Roald Dahl's imaginative stories. Click Here - Roald Dahl Day Planning […]
The week is organised by WRAP under the Recycle Now brand. The aim of the week is to encourage the public to recycle more, by demonstrating the benefits of recycling items from all around the home. Click Here To Download Planning Brainstorm For Recycling In your early years settings, Recycle Week can be […]
Talk like a Pirate Day was created in 1995 by John Bauer (Ol' Chumbucket) and Mark Summers (Cap'n Slappy), who proclaimed September 19th each year as the day when everyone in the world should talk like a pirate. Planning For Pirates Download Pirate Themed Word Cards (Hessian Background) Pirate Themed Resources And Planning Treasure Hunt: Organize […]
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year, a time of prayer, self-reflection, and repentance. Here are some age-appropriate activities to help children in early years settings understand and celebrate this holiday: Apple and Honey Tasting: It's a tradition to dip apples in honey to symbolize the hope for a sweet new year. You could have […]
Fairtrade Fortnight is an annual event, usually held in late February or early March, that aims to raise awareness about fair trade practices and promote the purchase of Fairtrade products. Learning about Fairtrade Fortnight in early years settings can help introduce young children to the concept of fair trade and the importance of ethical consumer […]
ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) Awareness Month is typically celebrated in October and aims to raise awareness about the condition, promote understanding, and support those affected by ADHD. In an early years setting, it is important to acknowledge ADHD Awareness Month to help educators, children, and parents recognise the signs, support children with ADHD, and […]
Celebrating Black History Month in your early years settings is an important opportunity to promote diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Click Here - Black History Planning To Download Here are some ideas on how to celebrate it in a meaningful way that is also developmentally appropriate for young children: Role Models: Discuss Black […]
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, […]
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a significant Hindu festival that celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is observed on the tenth day of the Hindu month of Ashvin, which typically falls in September or October. In an early years setting, educators can introduce children to the festival and its significance in a […]
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