CHILDREN'S DAY

NATIONAL CHILDREN'S DAY

The second Sunday in June rewinds time for a moment to celebrate National Children's Day. This day honors the children in our lives by slowing down our fast-paced lives, turning off the tech, and refocusing on the important things. Taking one day may not be enough, but using it as an opportunity to redirect our family life is an important way to stay connected with our children.

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Children look up to adults in their life for guidance. While their personalities are unique, children develop their character as they spend time with people. In fact, early interaction is good for development and essential for their growth. Language skills, communication skills, and emotional skills are formed at an early age. National Children's Day is the perfect time to give the little humans in your life a bit extra time.

HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL CHILDREN'S DAY

Spending time with the children in our life is an easy way to show them how much we cherish them. Make it your mission to seize the opportunity and spend time with them.

• Start new traditions.

• Explore the outdoors.

• Tell family stories.

• Be creative through art or music.

• Teach them something new.

• Open your heart to new ideas.

• Listen to your children.

• Seek adventure with your children.

• Break out of old routines.

• Pursue new opportunities with your children.

Share your family adventures with your children on social media using  the hashtag #NationalChildrensDay.

NATIONAL CHILDREN'S DAY HISTORY

Reverend Dr. Charles Leonard of the Universalist Church of the Redeemer in Chelsea, Massachusetts started Children's Day in 1856 as a special day to Baptize children. He originally named it Rose Day.

In 1995, President Clinton proclaimed National Children's Day as October 8th. He was later followed by President Bush in 2001 who then declared the first Sunday in June as National Child's Day.