International Children's Day - International Children's Day

If today nature gave a warm sunny day, then it becomes doubly joyful - because on the first day of summer in many countries International Children's Day is celebrated. This holiday is known to many Russians as the International Children’s Day.

International Children’s Day is one of the oldest international holidays. It was decided in 1925 at the World Conference on the Well-being of Children in Geneva. History is silent, why this children's holiday was decided to celebrate June 1.

According to one version, in 1925, the Consul General of China in San Francisco gathered a group of Chinese orphans and arranged a celebration for them. Duan-wu Jie (Dragon Boat Festival) is set for June 1. By chance, the day coincided with the time of the children’s conference in Geneva.

International Children’s Day has a flag. On a green background, symbolizing growth, harmony, freshness and fertility, stylized figures are placed around the Earth sign - red, yellow, blue, white and black. These human figures symbolize diversity and tolerance. The sign of the Earth placed in the center is a symbol of our common home.

Interestingly, this holiday was actively supported in countries that chose the socialist path of development. In the era of the Soviet Union on June 1, summer holidays began in schools. International Children’s Day was celebrated with speeches and discussions about the rights and well-being of children, screenings of new children’s feature films and television programs, sports competitions for children, often inviting parents to participate.

Source: http://www.calend.ru