Events
International LEGO Day
International LEGO Day marks the day when Danish carpenter, Godtfred Kirk Christiansen, first submitted his patent for the original Lego brick in 1958. The LEGO company was founded in 1932. The company made a variety of wooden toys and took the name Lego from the Danish words “LEg GOdt” which translates to “play well.”
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!
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.
International Book Giving Day
International Book Giving Day aims to increase children’s access to and enthusiasm for books. Share the love of books! #bookgivingday Information & Resources
Random Acts of Kindness Day
Random Acts of Kindness Day is a day to celebrate and encourage KINDNESS. Teach Kindness in Your Classroom
World Day of Social Justice
World Day of Social Justice is a global initiative to promote social justice, equality, and human rights for all people. The day emphasizes the need for fair and inclusive societies, addressing issues such as poverty, gender inequality, and discrimination to create a more just and equitable world.
International Mother Language Day
International Mother Language Day promotes awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. Information & Resources
World Thinking Day
World Thinking Day is celebrated by Girl Scouts all over the world. The goal is to bring children together from all over the world to celebrate international friendships, raise money and think about a global theme, which changes yearly. The theme for World Thinking Day 2024 is Our World, Our Thriving Future: The Environment and…
International Polar Bear Day
International Polar Bear Day raises awareness about the conservation challenges facing polar bears and their Arctic habitats. The day encourages efforts to address climate change and protect the environment to ensure the survival of these iconic Arctic creatures.