Saturday facts for kids

Saturnus, Caravaggio, 16th century

Saturday is named after the planet Saturn, which in turn was named after the Roman god Saturn

In some countries, like the United States of America, Saturday is the seventh and final day of the week. In other parts of the world, like the United Kingdom, Saturday is said to be the sixth day of the week. It is also the day of rest and worship for Jewish people. Along with Sunday, it makes up the weekend. Its name comes from the Roman god Saturn.