Events
International Women’s Day
International Women's Day is celebrated every year on March 8th. The focal point for this day is to empower women around the world. In some countries, it is a day of protest; in others, it is a day to celebrate womanhood.
World Folktales and Fables Week
World Folktales and Fables Week is held each year during the third week of March to encourage exploration of the lessons learned from folk tales, fables, myths, and legends from around the world. The tales vary from culture to culture but often share common morals, themes, and characters. Check out our Yeh-Shen: A Cinderella Story…
Global Recycling Day
Global Recycling Day was created in 2018 to help recognize, and celebrate, the importance recycling plays in preserving our precious primary resources and securing the future of our planet.
International Day of Happiness
The International Day of Happiness promotes the importance of happiness as a fundamental human goal. The day encourages individuals and communities worldwide to participate in activities that contribute to greater well-being and happiness for themselves and others.
World Storytelling Day
World Storytelling Day aims to promote the tradition of storytelling, foster cultural exchange, and highlight the power of storytelling to connect people and communities around the world.
World Poetry Day
World Poetry Day is a global celebration that promotes the importance of poetry as a form of cultural expression and linguistic diversity. The day encourages the appreciation of poetry, the revitalization of oral traditions, and the recognition of the unique ability of poetry to capture the creative spirit of the human mind. Related Product: Poetry…
World Water Day
World Water Day focuses on raising awareness about the importance of freshwater and advocating for the sustainable management of water resources. The day highlights the critical role water plays in…
Earth Hour
Earth Hour is an environmental campaign to bring awareness to the effects of climate change. People are encouraged to turn off lights in homes and business for one hour beginning at 8:30 p.m. local time. Get resources HERE.
April Fool’s Day
April Fool's Day is celebrated in many countries around the world on the first day of April. The day is filled with practical jokes on friends, family members, and neighbors.
International Children’s Book Day
International Children's Book Day (ICBD) is celebrated annually on April 2nd, the birthday of Hans Christian Andersen, to inspire a love of reading and highlight the importance of children's literature. Organized by the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) since 1967, the day promotes access to quality books for young readers worldwide. Each…