February is the shortest month of the year. But there's certainly no end to the events and holidays to celebrate this month!
Here are 10 special family-friendly holidays and events to celebrate this February |
Black History Month
Frederick Douglass. Booker T. Washington. Toni Morrison. Barack Obama. Martin Luther King Jr. The list of influential African-Americans for our kids — and us! — to learn about and celebrate goes on and on. Here are 10 Books and Movies for Black History Month to educate and entertain. Feb. 1-28
National Children's Dental Health Month
Many organizations and dentists offer free or reduced-cost care to kids during February to mark National Children's Dental Health Month. Get Teeth Brushing Advice for kids of all ages from a dentist and learn all about How Cavities Form. Feb. 1-28
Groundhog Day
Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow? If he does, it's six more weeks of winter. Want to know more about this holiday? Read all about it HERE Feb. 2
Thank a Mail Carrier Day
Our letter carriers work hard every day, under a lot of challenging conditions. Thank your mail carrier with a note on this Thank a Mail Carrier Day! We have a free printable to make it even easier for you. Feb. 4
Super Bowl
We'll be there for the commercials, the food, and, oh yeah, the game itself. Make it a Souper Bowl Sunday with one of Macaroni Kid EATS! favorite soup recipes. Sunday, February 9th.
International Day of Women & Girls in Science
The International Day of Women & Girls in Science was established in 2015 by the United Nations in its efforts to ensure full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls. Here are 10 Fun, Paper Engineering Challenges to try. Feb. 11
Valentine's Day
We see the jewelry store ads too, but heartfelt words and a thoughtful, simple gesture like planning an evening together — even if it's at home for your exhausted parents — can mean the most. Here are some ideas on how to Celebrate a Family Valentine's Day or how to Have a Romantic Night In. And...make Easy Valentine Day Treats Feb. 14
Random Acts of Kindness Day
No reason to complicate it. Random acts of kindness can be so simple: Pay for the person behind you in the drive-thru line. Give your UPS driver a cold drink. Compliment a coworker on a job well done. Here are a few more ideas on how to Spread Kindness. Feb. 17
Presidents Day
Presidents Day was started to recognize the birth date of George Washington following his death in 1799. Who is your kids' favorite president? Can they tell you why? Research together to find new facts about our nation's leaders. Third Monday of Feb.
National Love Your Pet Day
I mean, OK. You don't have to tell us twice. Feb. 20
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