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It's time to celebrate the joy and innocence of childhood on National Child’s Day on November 20! This special day has been around since 1953, when it was first established to honor the rights and welfare of all children across the world. Every year, this day is celebrated with various activities and events that focus on promoting the well-being of children. So let's spend some extra quality time with our little ones and show them just how much we love and appreciate them!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1953</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Child’s Day Establishment</div><div class='timeline-text'>National Child’s Day was established by the United Nations to focus on the welfare of children worldwide.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1959</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Declaration of the Rights of the Child</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, providing a set of principles for children's rights.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1989</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>UN Convention on the Rights of the Child</div><div class='timeline-text'>The UN adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child, an international treaty to protect children's rights, which is now accepted by nearly every country.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1993</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Day for Prevention of Child Abuse</div><div class='timeline-text'>In conjunction with Child’s Day, The World Day for Prevention of Child Abuse was launched by the Women's World Summit Foundation (WWSF).</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2011</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Child’s Day Digital Activism</div><div class='timeline-text'>Social media campaigns began promoting National Child’s Day, emphasizing the importance of love, education, and health for children.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go to a children's museum</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Take your kids to a nearby children's museum to explore, learn and have fun. Let them explore the world around them in an interactive and engaging way.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Plan a picnic</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather up some food, friends and family and head to a nearby park for a fun picnic. Play games, take pictures and make memories that will last a lifetime.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Visit a zoo</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Head to the local zoo for the day. Watch the animals, take pictures and enjoy the day with your family.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Go bowling</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Grab some friends, rent some shoes and hit the lanes! Enjoy an afternoon of bowling, pizza and laughter.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Have a movie night</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Pop some popcorn and queue up your favorite movie for a movie night with your kids. Enjoy time together and make memories that will last.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It raises awareness of child rights</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>National Child’s Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness about the basic rights and needs of children. These include things like access to education, healthcare, safety, and protection from violence. By recognizing this day and its importance, we can do our part to advance the welfare of all children around the world!</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It promotes positive parenting & development</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Raising a child is no easy task, which makes National Child's Day a great opportunity to promote positive parenting styles that focus on providing love and support. It also raises awareness of the important role parents play in their child's development and intellectual growth.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>It celebrates the joys of childhood</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Childhood isn't just about following rules and hitting milestones - it should also be a time for fun and exploration. National Child’s Day is an opportunity for all of us to celebrate the joys of being young at heart and the innocence that comes with being a child!</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>National Child's Day is universally acknowledged</h3><p class='facts-content'>Unlike many holidays, National Child's Day is recognized almost universally, with celebrations occurring in countries around the globe - highlighting the universal importance of children's rights.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>It's not a public holiday in all countries</h3><p class='facts-content'>Despite its worldwide recognition, National Child's Day is not an official public holiday in every country. However, its importance is noted through events and activities regardless of official status.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Wear Blue to Show Support</h3><p class='facts-content'>Some choose to wear blue on National Child's Day as a way to show their support for the protection and promotion of the rights of children - so don't forget to sport some blue!</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Themed Observances Each Year</h3><p class='facts-content'>Each year, National Child's Day focuses on a specific theme or issue related to children's rights - such as education, health or safety - bringing focus to important aspects of child well-being.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Involvement of Major Global Organizations</h3><p class='facts-content'>Major global organizations including UNICEF and the World Health Organization take part in National Child's Day activities and campaigns, advocating for child welfare and development.</p></div></div>
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