Saturday facts for kids

This painting shows Saturn, a Roman god, from the 16th century.

Saturday gets its name from the planet Saturn, which was named after the Roman god Saturn.

Saturday is a special day of the week. In some countries, like the United States, it is the seventh and last day. In other places, like the United Kingdom, it is seen as the sixth day. For Jewish people, Saturday is a very important day of rest and worship called Shabbat. Saturday is also part of the weekend, along with Sunday. The name "Saturday" comes from an ancient Roman god named Saturn.

What is Saturday?

Saturday is known as a day for relaxing and having fun. It is often a day off from school and work for many people. This makes it a popular time for hobbies, sports, and spending time with family and friends.

Saturday's Place in the Week

The way we count the days of the week can be different around the world.

• In countries like the United States and Canada, Saturday is usually seen as the seventh and final day. The week starts on Sunday.
• In many European countries, like the United Kingdom, Saturday is considered the sixth day. In these places, the week often begins on Monday.

No matter how it is counted, Saturday is almost always part of the weekend.

The Name: From a Roman God

The name "Saturday" has a very old history. It comes from the Roman god Saturn.

• Saturn was a very important god in ancient Roman religion.
• He was the god of wealth, agriculture (farming), and time.
• The Romans also named the planet Saturn after him.
• Many days of the week are named after gods or planets. For example, Sunday is named after the Sun, and Monday is named after the Moon.

Saturday for Jewish People

For Jewish people, Saturday is called Shabbat. It is a very important day of rest and worship.

• Shabbat begins at sunset on Friday and ends at sunset on Saturday.
• During Shabbat, Jewish people do not work. They spend time with family, go to the synagogue, and focus on spiritual matters.
• It is a time for peace and reflection.

Saturday Around the World

Saturday is celebrated in different ways across cultures.

• In many countries, Saturday is a day for sports events, concerts, and social gatherings.
• Some cultures have special markets or festivals that happen only on Saturdays.
• It is a day when families often gather for meals or outings.

See also

In Spanish: Sábado para niños