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Celebrating Ramadan in an early years setting is a great way to educate children about different cultures and traditions. Here are some suggestions: Decorations: Decorate your classroom with crescent moons […]
Celebrating Ramadan in an early years setting is a great way to educate children about different cultures and traditions. Here are some suggestions: Decorations: Decorate your classroom with crescent moons […]
St. David's Day is celebrated annually on March 1st and is the national day of Wales. St. David, the patron saint of Wales, is known for his teachings, simplicity, and miracles. In a reception or early years setting, educators can introduce children to the St. David's Day celebration and its significance in a fun […]
Pancake Day is also known around the world as Shrove Tuesday. It falls on the day before Ash Wednesday each year, the first day of Lent. Click Here - Pancake Day Planning To Download Why not have a Pancake race: Give each child a saucepan and a pancake. Establish the length of the race and […]
Celebrating World Book Day in early years settings is a wonderful opportunity to instill a love for reading and storytelling in young children. Here are some creative and engaging ideas to make World Book Day memorable and meaningful for the little ones: Dress-up as Favorite Book Characters: Encourage children, educators, and staff to dress up […]
International Women's Day is a day recognized all over the world to celebrate the achievements of women, while also bringing attention to important issues that women face. It's a day to show appreciation for women and girls and to acknowledge the important roles they play in our lives. International Women's Day can also be a […]
Holi is a Hindu festival that marks the arrival of spring. Known widely as the Festival of Colour, it takes place over two days, and is a celebration of fertility, colour, […]
St. Patrick’s Day occurs annually on March 17 in observance of the death of St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland. What began as a religious feast day in the 17th century has evolved into a variety of festivals across the globe celebrating Irish culture with parades, special foods, music, dancing, and a whole […]
"Beep Beep! Day" is an initiative organized by Brake, the road safety charity, in the UK. It's a day dedicated to teaching children road safety basics, using fun activities and resources. Here are some ways to celebrate "Beep Beep Day" in your early years setting: Road Safety Talk: Start with a simple, age-appropriate discussion about […]
St. Joseph's Day, celebrated on March 19, is an observance dedicated to Joseph, the foster father of Jesus in Christian tradition. It's particularly important in Catholic and some Protestant denominations. However, as with any religious holiday, how you observe it in an early years setting will depend on the backgrounds and beliefs of the children […]
Red Nose Day is a great way to get your children involved in giving to charities and those less fortunate than themselves. Since its launch in 1988, Red Nose Day has become something of a British institution. It’s the day when people across the land can get together and raise money at home and school