World Teacher Day
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 […]
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 […]
Children in Need is an important event for early years settings for several reasons. This annual fundraising campaign, organized by the BBC, aims to support disadvantaged children and young people […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]