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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.”
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Up Helly Aa
Up Helly Aa is a traditional Viking fire festival that takes place every year on the last Tuesday of January. It marks the beginning of the longer days and the new year.
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National Freedom Day
National Freedom Day is observed on February 1st in the United States to commemorate the date in 1865 when President Abraham Lincoln signed the joint resolution that later became the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, abolishing slavery. It serves as a day to reflect on the importance of freedom, equality, and the ongoing pursuit of civil…
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Rosa Parks Day
Rosa Parks Day is an American holiday honoring the civil rights activist Rosa Parks, born on this day in 1913.
Sapporo Snow Festival
The Sapporo Snow Festival is an annual winter event held in Sapporo, Japan, showcasing elaborate and intricate snow and ice sculptures. Millions of visitors from around the world attend the festival, which features large-scale sculptures, ice displays, and various winter activities.
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Black Lives Matter at School Week of Action
Black Lives Matter at School, a national coalition organizing for racial justice in education, encourages all educators, students, parents, unions, and community organizations to join the annual week of action during the first week of February each year.
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Waitangi Day
Waitangi Day, a public holiday in New Zealand, celebrates the Treaty of Waitangi, regarded as the nation's founding document.
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Global School Play Day
Global School Play Day is all about restoring unstructured play to a generation of kids!
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.
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Carnival of Brazil
The Carnival of Brazil is a festival held in Rio de Janeiro before Lent and is considered the biggest carnival in the world. The celebration includes vibrant parades, elaborate costumes, music, and street parties.
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Tết
Tết or Tết Nguyên Đán is the Vietnamese New Year. It is a public holiday and one of the most important holidays in Vietnamese culture.
Seollal
Seollal, the Korean New Year, is the first day of the lunar Korean calendar. It is one of the most important of the traditional Korean holidays.
Chinese New Year
Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, celebrates the beginning of a new year on the traditional Chinese calendar. It is one of several Lunar New Years in Asia. 2024 is the Year of the Dragon. Information & Resources
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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.
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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
Valentine’s Day
Valentine's Day is celebrated annually on February 14 in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Australia, Argentina, and other countries around the world.
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Random Acts of Kindness Day
Random Acts of Kindness Day is a day to celebrate and encourage KINDNESS. Teach Kindness in Your Classroom
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Presidents’ Day
Presidents' Day, celebrated annually on the third Monday in February, honors all the presidents who have served in the United States.
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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.
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International Mother Language Day
International Mother Language Day promotes awareness of linguistic and cultural diversity and multilingualism. Information & Resources
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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…
Desert Festival, India
The 3-day Jaisalmer Desert Festival looks at the desert culture of India. It features camel races, polo matches, puppeteers, jugglers, men with long mustaches, turban-tying competitions, and locals wearing colorful traditional dresses.
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Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival traditionally marks the end of the Chinese New Year Spring Festival period, celebrated on the 15th day of the first Chinese lunar month.
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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.
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Las Fallas
Las Fallas is a traditional festival celebrated in Valencia, Spain, known for its elaborate and artistic sculptures called "fallas" that are displayed throughout the city. The festival culminates in the burning of these sculptures in a spectacular bonfire, accompanied by fireworks and lively street celebrations, typically held in mid-March.
Martisor
Martisor is a traditional Romanian and Bulgarian celebration that takes place on March 1st. It involves the exchange of small decorative tokens, also called "martisoare," usually red and white intertwined threads adorned with charms or small trinkets. The custom symbolizes the arrival of spring and is believed to bring good luck and health to those…
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