History International Firefighters Day celebrates the efforts and contributions of those individuals who dedicate their lives to saving...

World Press Freedom deadline- a light on the importance of a free press and reminds governments of their duty to uphold the right of the...

World Asthma Day seeks to raise awareness about asthma and improve the lives of those affected by it. Asthma is an inflammatory disease...

National Teacher Day History National Teacher Day provides an opportunity to recognize and show appreciation for the enormous impact that...

World Lyme Day seeks to raise awareness about Lyme disease. Lyme disease is a bacterial infection transmitted by the bite of an infected...

May Day marks the halfway point between the first day of spring and the summer solstice. This day can be traced back to the days of the...

If you’re like most people, then you probably don’t give much thought to the principal of your child’s school. Not unless your child has...

Storyboarding is an incredibly powerful tool for visual communication. Creating a storyboard brings words from the page to life, and...

Food waste worldwide is an alarming issue. That is why on the last Wednesday in April, Stop Food Waste Day raises awareness of the...

On April 25th, we observe National Telephone Day. Around the world, there are 9.82 billion mobile phones. And while some predicted the...

Each year in April, National Library Workers Day recognizes the valuable contributions library staff make every day to their communities...

A douen (pronounced liked dwen-rhymes with Gwen) is a character of folklore best known for having feet that face backwards. They are also...

Denim Day seeks to protest sexual violence. This day aims to educate others about forms of sexual violence. It encourages everyone to...

Administrative Professionals’ Day seeks to celebrate and show appreciation for administrative professionals. This includes secretaries,...

World Penguin Day seeks to celebrate the aquatic, flightless birds. Penguins are critical to their ecosystems as they serve as both...

World Malaria Day seeks to raise awareness about malaria, one of the world’s deadliest diseases. Malaria is a disease of the blood that...

DNA Day seeks to commemorate the discovery of DNA’s double helix in 1953. DNA is a molecule that contains the genetic instructions...

World Immunization Week seeks to promote vaccines as an effective way to protect people against disease. This day aims to educate and...

International Day of Multilateralism and Diplomacy for Peace seeks to preserve the rules and values of international cooperation laid out...

World Book and Copyright Day seeks to raise awareness about the benefits of reading books. This day aims to highlight the power of books...