Halloween Traditions Around the World
Halloween is a fun and spooky holiday celebrated on October 31st every year. While it is most popular in the United States, many countries around the world have their own…
Read MoreWorld Food Day: Action for #ZeroHunger
World Food Day is observed every year on October 16 to promote awareness and action for those suffering from hunger and for the need to ensure food security and nutritious…
Read MoreLearn About Mohandas Gandhi
Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi, also known as the Mahatma (“Great Soul”), was born on October 2, 1869, in India. He was an inspirational leader, a peaceful activist, and legendary humanitarian. His…
Read MoreDiscover the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival
The Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival, is a traditional celebration observed in many East Asian cultures, particularly in China and Vietnam. It occurs on the 15th day…
Read MorePlaying For Change Day
Playing for Change Day was created in 2011 to unite the global community through the power of music. Communities gather with the goal of bringing music into the lives of kids.…
Read MoreHow Kids Around the World Go to School
While children all over the world go to school, the way they get there can be very different. Early morning commutes to school vary depending on where you live and the available resources. Some…
Read MoreIt’s Back to School We Go!
It’s Back to School We Go! First Day Stories From Around the World by Ellen Jackson is a favorite read-aloud to start our year of global learning. Disclosure: This post…
Read MoreInternational Day of Friendship
The International Day of Friendship, celebrated annually on July 30th, is a wonderful occasion to highlight the importance of friendship and human connections in our lives. Established by the United…
Read MoreMandela Day: 67 Minutes of Service
“What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived. It is what difference we have made to the lives of others that will determine the significance…
Read MoreDiscover Tanabata: the Japanese Star Festival
Tanabata, also known as Star Festival, is a Japanese festival meaning “Evening of the seventh.” Tanabata is originally based on a Chinese legend. It celebrates the meeting of two stars which the Milky Way…
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