World Diabetes Day
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, 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 […]
Road Safety Week is an annual event aimed at raising awareness. . This Week is a good time to teach children in early years settings about how to be safe while on the road or near it. Here's how you can celebrate this week: Discuss Road Safety: Start by discussing the basics of road safety […]
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 […]
Christingle is a Christian tradition that celebrates the light of Jesus and typically takes place during the Advent season leading up to Christmas. The word "Christingle" means "Christ Light," and the celebration involves creating a symbolic object consisting of an orange, a red ribbon, a small candle, and four cocktail sticks with dried fruits and […]
Christmas Jumper Day is a nationwide fundraising event in the UK, organised by the charity Save the Children. People are encouraged to make a small donation to the charity in exchange for wearing their Christmas jumper for the day. It's a fun way to celebrate the festive season while raising money for a good cause. […]
Winter Solstice is the shortest day of the year in the northern hemisphere, midwinter day.
Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world.
Hanukkah, also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish holiday that celebrates the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem and the miracle of the oil that […]
The RSPB (Royal Society for the Protection of Birds) Big Schools' Birdwatch is a UK-wide event where schools and early years settings take part in bird watching activities. It's a fantastic way to get children engaged with nature and start learning about different bird species. Here are some suggestions for incorporating this event into your […]