World Orphans Day
Take care of parentless children by raising awareness of their plight, organizing a fundraiser or sponsoring a child on World Orphans Day.
Happiness Happens Month
Take stock of your life and figure out which things make you truly happy. Focus on them, and find new ways to fill your life with as much joy as possible.
National Eat Ice Cream for Breakfast Day
Savoring frozen delights at sunrise to honor young fighters, uniting with sweet compassion for a vital cause.
World Prematurity Day
In the face of adversity, the resilience and hope displayed by the tiniest of souls and their families inspire reverence and admiration.
National Lemonade Day
Warm weather means lots of good things—but it also means more thirst! Quench it with one of the world’s most refreshing drinks, the ever-popular lemonade.
National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day
Involve your kids in cooking and meal prep to teach them valuable lessons about making food…and hopefully to give yourself a break from all the cooking.
National Son and Daughter Day
There's nothing quite like seeing a little you running around and causing mischief. Watching them grow up is an adventure!
International Childfree Day
Flip the script on “parent of the year” by nominating or voting for a male and female “non-parent” of the year, sponsored by the National Organization for Non-Parents.
National Middle Child Day
Living in the shadow of your older siblings, competing for attention with your younger…Middle Child Day is a well-deserved day all about those middle kids.
National Wiggle Your Toes Day
Trade your cramping, stuffy trainers and dress shoes for sandals, or walk barefoot in the sand or grass to give your toes some well-deserved wiggle room.
National Lazy Day
There's nothing like taking a break from the hustle and bustle of life. Give yourself permission to unwind and enjoy the moment!
Childhelp National Day of Hope
From the nonprofit Childhelp, this day is dedicated to the plight facing many children around the world: the devastating effects of neglect and abuse.
National Tell A Story Day
Join a library or group for a reading, crack open a book to read to friends or family, or make up a story of your own to entertain and spend quality time together.
National Teach Your Children to Save Day
Teaching your kid how to handle money could be the difference between a stressful and difficult life, and a comfortable one. Take some time to set them up.
National Mother Goose Day
Nursery rhymes and fairy tales like Mother Goose have proven to help kids read, think, and be better, so tell some stories on National Mother Goose Day.
Reading Is Funny Day
By reading books of riddles, jokes, and comedy, help kids see how reading can be just as fun and funny (if not moreso) as video games, tv, or the internet.
No Homework Day
Rejoice! Studies show that homework can be ineffective or even counterproductive to learning, so take the day off and enjoy other activities on No Homework Day.
School Principals’ Day
Organize an event or write a card to show your appreciation for the educators that run our schools. School principals work hard to make kids’ lives and educations better.
National School Nurse Day
They heal and comfort, make decisions about your child’s health, and more. Thank your child’s school nurse for their kindness, care, and hard work.
National Tooth Fairy Day
Have you heard of the little visitor who brings treats to kids while they sleep? She's sparkly, sneaky, and always on the hunt for lost teeth!
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National Handmade Day
Supporting local artisans, who craft unique items with care and love, is a great way to appreciate their creativity.
National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day
Melty and hot, cheesy and greasy…show your love for one of mankind’s tastiest inventions. Try tossing a tomato in it; that makes it healthy, right?
Husband Appreciation Day
Married couples know it’s all too easy to take your partner for granted, so take some extra time on Husband Appreciation Day to show some affection to your husband.