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 the first Sunday of September. Here are some ways you can celebrate Father's Day in an early years setting: Art and Craft Projects: Craft activities […]
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 Thanksgiving and its significance. Here are some ideas for celebrating Thanksgiving in an early years education setting : Gratitude Circle: During circle time, encourage children […]
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 early years settings, Advent can be celebrated in a way that is inclusive and fun, focusing on themes like joy, hope, love, and sharing. Here […]
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 includes families who observe Lent, here are a few child-friendly ways to engage with this time of reflection and preparation. Craft Projects: Create a Lenten […]
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 Philippines, South Africa and most countries in Europe and South America: Second Sunday in May. United Kingdom (Mothering Sunday): Fourth Sunday of Lent (typically falls […]
World Refugee Day, observed each year on June 20, is dedicated to raising awareness of the situation of refugees throughout the world. Here are some suggestions: World Map Activity: Introduce a world map and explain in a simple way that people sometimes have to leave their homes and go to a new place to be […]
The Harvest Festival is a celebration of the food grown on the land and the bounty of the fall harvest. The celebration dates back to pagan times and it's one of the oldest known festivals in the UK. Today, it is often celebrated by churches and schools. The Harvest Festival is a wonderful opportunity to […]
Grandparents' Day is celebrated to show appreciation and love for grandparents and to recognize the important role they play in families and society. It's an opportunity to strengthen intergenerational bonds and for children to learn about their heritage and family history. Click Here For To Download Planning Brainstorm For Grandparents Day Here's how you can […]
Sukkot is a Jewish festival that commemorates the time when the Israelites wandered in the desert for 40 years after their exodus from Egypt, living in temporary shelters called sukkot (singular: sukkah). Celebrated for seven days, usually in late September or October, Sukkot is a time to give thanks for the harvest and remember the […]
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 and remember loved ones who have passed away. While All Souls' Day is traditionally a Christian observance, the Day of the Dead is a blend […]
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