CHILDREN’S DAY
4th of April 2025
HISTORY
In 1954, the United Nations decided to have a special day for children. It was called Universal Children's Day.
It’s celebrated on November 20th every year.
HISTORY
In 2011, Children's Day became public holiday. In 2012, they changed the rules. If April 4th falls on Tomb Sweeping Day, the day off is on April 3rd. If April 4th is on Thursday, the day off is on Friday.
2011年，兒童節成為公休日。 2012年，他們改變了規則。如果4月4日是清明節，則4月3日放假。如果 4 月 4 日是星期四，則休息日為星期五。
WHAT IS IT FOR?
It's a day to remember that children are important and have rights.
RIGHTS OF CHILDREN
healthy food and water
health care
education
custody
WHAT DO PEOPLE DO ON CHILDREN’S DAY IN TAIWAN?
traveling
visiting family
shopping
Government agencies and social groups collaborate with businesses, amusement parks, and other organizations to offer gifts and special discounts.
THEME PARK DISCOUNTS
HOW DO OTHER COUNTRIES CELEBRATE CHILDREN’S DAY?
Kodomo no Hi
May 5th
JAPAN
hang koinobori
(carp streamers)
koinobori
crafts by kids
Tango no Sekku (for boys only)
changed in 1948 to celebrate both boys and girls
koinobori
decoration at home
**koinobori symbolizes courage and strength
SOUTH KOREA
어린이날 (eorininal)
May 5th
school festivities
visits amusement parks
family gathering
MEXICO
Día del Niño
April 30th
school festivities
piñatas
family gathering
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