Multicultural Children’s Book Day
Multicultural Children’s Book Day (MCBD) is an online and offline celebration that attracts thousands of supporters, educators, parents, caregivers, book reviewers, and quality authors and publishers who join forces to shine the spotlight on diversity in children's and YA literature. Celebrated annually on the last Friday in January, this global non-profit offers many free resources,…
National Freedom Day
National Freedom Day is observed on February 1st in the United States to commemorate the date in 1865 when President Abraham Lincoln signed the joint resolution that later became the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, abolishing slavery. It serves as a day to reflect on the importance of freedom, equality, and the ongoing pursuit of civil…
Setsubun
Setsubun, the Bean-Throwing Festival, takes place before the first day of spring in Japan. Roasted soybeans called fuku mame (fortune beans) are thrown for good luck.
Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action
Black Lives Matter at School, a national coalition organizing for racial justice in education, encourages all educators, students, parents, unions, and community organizations to join the annual week of action during the first week of February each year.
Rosa Parks Day
Rosa Parks Day is an American holiday honoring the civil rights activist Rosa Parks, born on this day in 1913.
Sapporo Snow Festival
The Sapporo Snow Festival is an annual winter event held in Sapporo, Japan, showcasing elaborate and intricate snow and ice sculptures. Millions of visitors from around the world attend the festival, which features large-scale sculptures, ice displays, and various winter activities.
World Read Aloud Day
Every year, on World Read Aloud Day, people around the globe read aloud and share stories to advocate for literacy as a human right that belongs to all people. Click HERE for more information.
Global School Play Day
Global School Play Day is all about restoring unstructured play to a generation of kids! Provide time for free play without the use of screens, structured games, or adult direction. The idea is to let children explore their creativity, problem-solving skills, and social interactions in an unstructured and spontaneous environment.
Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day, a public holiday in New Zealand, celebrates the Treaty of Waitangi, regarded as the nation's founding document.
International Day of Women and Girls in Science
International Day of Women and Girls in Science is a day established by the United Nations to recognize the essential role of women and girls in science and technology.