JAN 20 January
Brew Monday
It ’ s official : Blue Monday is cancelled . Instead , Samaritans suggest chatting over a cuppa to boost wellbeing . Why not plan a school coffee morning ?
25 January
Burns Night
Plate up some haggis , neeps and tatties to celebrate the life and works of Scottish poet , Robert Burns .
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29 January
Lunar New Year
This Lunar New Year , or Chinese New Year , celebrates the year of the snake . People born in this zodiac are intelligent , wise , determined and caring . Get your school involved with paper lanterns and traditional Chinese food , such as dumplings .
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FEB LGBT + History Month
Join a month-long celebration of the contributions made by the LGBT + community throughout history , and learn more about how we can combat prejudice together . lgbtplushistory month . co . uk
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3-9 February
Children ’ s Mental Health Week
One out of every six children aged 5 to 16 struggle with their mental health . This week shines a light on how to provide support , start positive conversations and where to get professional help if it ’ s needed . childrensmental healthweek . org . uk
6 February
Safer Internet Day
With these skills more important than ever , this day focuses on teaching children and young people how to use the internet safely . From cyberbullying to screen time , the official website has some great resources to get you started . saferinternetday . org
14 February
International Book Giving Day
This day falls on Valentine ’ s as it ’ s all about sharing a love for books and reading for fun . The aim is to get books into the hands of as many children as possible . Gift , donate or swap them , it ’ s completely up to you – just make sure there ’ s lots of reading going on !
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17 February
Random Acts of Kindness Day
This day encourages us to celebrate the many ways , big or small , we can put a smile on someone else ’ s face . It ’ s a lovely way to connect with others and spread lots of positivity .
MAR Women ’ s History Month
A month to commemorate the important roles that women have played throughout history and how they ’ ve shaped the world today . Take this opportunity to share facts about remarkable women such as Marie Curie , Ada Lovelace and Maya Angelou .
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