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Celebrate International Book Giving Day
International Book Giving Day takes place every year on February 14. The event is about sharing the love of books, and the goal is to get books into the hands…
Read MoreSpeaking Aussie: An A to Z of Words and Phrases
While the majority of Australians speak English, Australian English has its own distinctive accent and vocabulary. The ankle biters are enjoying their Paddle Pops and fairy floss in the lounge room.…
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 MoreShichi-Go-San: A Japanese Birthday Celebration
Shichi-Go-San literally means seven-five-three in Japanese. The celebration, held every November 15, is a traditional rite of passage for Japanese boys turning 3 and 5 and girls turning 3 and 7…
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 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…
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