Mother’s Day ( UK )
In an early years setting, celebrating Mother's Day can be a great opportunity to help children understand the importance of family relationships and to express their love and appreciation for […]
In an early years setting, celebrating Mother's Day can be a great opportunity to help children understand the importance of family relationships and to express their love and appreciation for […]
Vincent Van Gogh's birthday, on March 30th, offers an excellent opportunity to introduce young children to art, famous artists, and their works in an age-appropriate manner. In early years teaching, […]
Eid al-Fitr, often just called Eid, is a significant religious holiday celebrated by Muslims worldwide to mark the end of Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting. Celebrating Eid in an early years setting can be a wonderful way to promote cultural awareness and respect for diversity among young children. Here are some suggestions: Eid […]
Passover, also known as Pesach, is a significant Jewish holiday that commemorates the liberation of the Israelites from slavery in ancient Egypt. In an early years setting, educators can introduce […]
Good Friday, a Christian holiday commemorating the crucifixion of Jesus and his death at Calvary, can be introduced to early years reception children in a gentle and age-appropriate manner. Focus […]
Easter can be a joyful celebration in early years settings and can be used to introduce children to themes such as the start of spring, new life, and various cultural or religious celebrations. Here are some activities you could incorporate: Easter Crafts: Crafts can be an excellent way for children to get hands-on with their […]
Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22nd. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness about environmental issues, promoting the protection of our planet, and encouraging sustainable practices worldwide. […]
St. George's Day, celebrated on April 23rd, is the feast day of St. George, the patron saint of England. It's a great opportunity to introduce early years children to English […]
Anzac Day is one of the most important national holidays celebrated both in Australia and New Zealand. ANZAC stands for Australian and New Zealand Army Corps. Anzac Day is celebrated every year on 25th April to honor all those who served and died in military operations for the country. During World War I the ANZAC […]