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Chinese New Year Resources & Activities
Chinese New Year, also known as Spring Festival, is a traditional holiday celebrated in communities around the globe. People travel long distances to reunite with family and participate in traditions…
Read MoreLa Noche de los Rábanos: The Night of the Radishes
La Noche de los Rábanos, or The Night of the Radishes, is an annual holiday tradition in Oaxaca, Mexico. It began over a century ago when merchants carved festive radishes and…
Read MoreJólabókaflóð: An Icelandic “Christmas Book Flood”
Jólabókaflóð is an Icelandic tradition that roughly translates to “Christmas Book Flood.” It is customary for every person in Iceland to receive at least one book on Christmas Eve, so that means…
Read MoreHuman Rights Day Information & Resources for Kids
December 10 is Human Rights Day. It commemorates the signing of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR), adopted by the United Nations in 1948. Thirty declarations were written to protect…
Read MoreHanukkah: The Jewish Festival of Lights
Hanukkah, also known as the Jewish Festival of Lights, is an eight-day celebration honoring the Miracle of the Oil. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. By clicking through and making a…
Read MoreShichi-Go-San for Kids: Japan’s 7-5-3 Celebration
Every November, families across Japan celebrate Shichi-Go-San, a special tradition honoring young children’s growth, health, and happiness. Children dress in beautiful traditional clothing, visit shrines with their families, pose for…
Read MoreDiwali for Kids: Discover the Festival of Lights
Every autumn, millions of people around the world celebrate Diwali (also called Deepavali), the Festival of Lights! Discover the meaning and traditions of this important holiday, explore how it is…
Read MoreWorld Food Day for Kids: Facts & Activities
World Food Day is observed every year on October 16. Created by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the day raises awareness about hunger, nutrition, food…
Read MoreInternational Day of Friendship: Activities for Kids
The International Day of Friendship is celebrated each year on July 30. Established by the United Nations in 2011, this special day reminds us that friendship can build bridges between…
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…
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