Jan 5 – National Bird Day
This day was established by bird activists. It’s purpose is to raise public awareness about the physical and behavioral needs of birds in captivity. Many of the world’s parrots and […]
Jan 21 – Squirrel Appreciation
Today is a day to appreciate the squirrels! After spending the Fall gathering and collecting nuts and seeds, food sources can be scarce during the mid-winter for these animals. Many people consider squirrels to be […]
Feb 2 – Groundhog Day
According to legend, if the groundhog sees his shadow (a sunny morning) there will be 6 more weeks of winter. He then goes back to his den and goes back […]
Mar 1 – National Pig Day
March 1 is National Pig Day! It was started in 1972 by two sisters in order to “celebrate the pig as one of man’s most intellectual and domesticated animals.” Whether […]
April 14 – National Dolphin Day
National Dolphin Day is a day to learn about and celebrate dolphins! Things to do: Go to an aquarium to see dolphins Read about dolphins Support groups seeking to protect […]
April 21 – World Fish Migration Day
A day to recognize, raise awareness, and celebrate migratory fish. Books The river : an epic journey to the sea / by Clulow, Hanako ; Hegarty, Patricia . Summary: Follow a little fish on her […]
May 12 – Migratory Bird Day
Migratory Bird Day is held on the 2nd Saturday of May in the US. It is a day to recognize migratory birds and the importance of protecting their habitats. These […]
May 16 – Sea Monkey Day
I had never known these magical little creatures existed until my son’s 6th birthday, when he got them for a birthday gift. (And then his new Superhero alter ego became […]
Sept 1 – Hummingbird Day
September 1st is Hummingbird Day!
Oct 26 – Howl at the Moon Day
Howl at the Moon Day – We used this day to learn more about wolves and the important role they play in our ecosystem. We also learned why they can be thought of […]
Oct 27 – Black Cat Day
Black Cat Day – This day was designated by Cats Protection in the UK, to celebrate black cats and to encourage adoption of a black cat. Some cultures are superstitious […]
Dec 14 – Monkey Day
About this day… Monkey Day began in 2000 when an art student at Michigan State University jokingly decided it was Monkey Day and celebrated with other art students. It gained […]