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Awareness Days For Children And Schools

Beatrix Potter’s Birthday

Beatrix Potter's Birthday on 28th July celebrates the beloved author of "Peter Rabbit." Enjoy her timeless stories, beautiful illustrations, and lasting legacy in literature!

World Scout Scarf Day

World Scout Scarf Day on 1st August celebrates Scouting's spirit and tradition. Wear your Scout scarf to show commitment to Scouting's values and principles!

World Breastfeeding Week

World Breastfeeding Week from 1st to 7th August promotes breastfeeding awareness and support. Join the global effort to encourage and support breastfeeding mothers!

National Play Day

Play Day on 7th August celebrates the importance of play in children's lives. Join community events, enjoy outdoor games, and engage in creative activities!

International Youth Day

International Youth Day on 12th August recognises the importance of youth. Celebrate by promoting awareness, supporting young people, and encouraging their development!

National Mad Hatter Day

Mad Hatter Day takes place on the 6th of October every year to celebrate the iconic character in Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. Celebrate the silly side of life by dressing up as the Mad Hatter and throwing a tea party!

Dyslexia Awareness Day

Dyslexia Awareness Day takes place on the 8th of October every year during Dyslexia Awareness Week. It raises awareness about dyslexia, a learning disability that affects reading, writing, spelling, and sometimes speech. The primary goal is to promote understanding, support, and inclusion for individuals with dyslexia and to dispel common misconceptions about this learning difference.

Harry Potter Book Day

Harry Potter Book Day takes place on the 12th of October every year. It is an annual celebration that commemorates the beloved and wildly popular Harry Potter book series written by British author J.K. Rowling. This special day is dedicated to the magical world of Harry Potter and is an opportunity for fans of the series to come together and celebrate their love for the books.

World Conker Championships

The World Conker Championships takes place on the second Sunday in October in the county of Northamptonshire, England. Two players use conkers threaded onto a string and take turns to strike the other's nut until it shatters.

Pumpkin Day

Pumpkin Day takes place on 26th of October every year. This fun and informal day is dedicated to all things pumpkin-related. It coincides with the autumn season, particularly around Halloween and Thanksgiving when pumpkins are commonly used for decorations, carving, and cooking.

Autumn Half Term Holidays

Autumn Half Term Holidays for schools in the UK and Ireland usually take place in the week that Halloween falls on, 31st October. It is the halfway point in the first term of school and school children and teachers usually get one week's holiday. Check locally for the actual dates.

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