List of Teachers' Days facts for kids
Teacher's Day is a special time to celebrate and thank teachers for all their hard work. It's a day when we show how much we appreciate their amazing contributions to our learning and to the community. Because of this, different countries celebrate Teacher's Day on different dates, unlike many other international holidays. For example, Argentina celebrates on September 11, remembering Domingo Faustino Sarmiento, who was a president and a big supporter of education. In India, Teacher's Day is on September 5, which is the birthday of Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, who was India's second president and also a great teacher.
Many countries around the world celebrate their Teacher's Day on October 5. This date is special because it's World Teachers' Day, which was created by UNESCO in 1994.
Teacher's Day Dates Around the World
This table shows when different countries celebrate Teacher's Day and why:
| Country/region | Teachers' Day | What makes it special |
|---|---|---|
| Afghanistan | April 23 (14 Mezan) | Students and teachers celebrate at schools with special food, music, and gifts for teachers. |
| Albania | March 7 | This day marks the opening of the first school where lessons were taught in the Albanian language in 1887. |
| Algeria | February 28 | |
| Argentina | September 11 | This day remembers Domingo Faustino Sarmiento, a former president who made primary education required for everyone. He also brought American teachers to Argentina to improve schools. |
| Armenia | October 5 | Armenia used to celebrate on the first Sunday of October. Now it's on October 5, matching World Teachers' Day. |
| Australia | Last Friday in October | If this day is October 31 (Halloween), the celebration moves to November 7. |
| Azerbaijan | October 5 | Like Armenia, Azerbaijan moved its celebration to October 5 to match World Teachers' Day. |
| Bahrain | 5 October | |
| Bangladesh | October 5 | |
| Belarus | First Sunday of October | |
| Belgium | October 5 | |
| Bhutan | May 2 | This day is the birthday of Bhutan's third King, Jigme Dorji Wangchuck, who started modern education in the country. |
| Bolivia | June 6 | This date honors Modesto Omiste, who worked hard to create free public schools for all children in Bolivia. |
| Brazil | October 15 | It celebrates a law from 1827 by Emperor Pedro I that set up elementary schools. This day became official in 1963. |
| Brunei | September 23 | This day celebrates the birthday of Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien III, who made education more affordable for everyone in Brunei. |
| Bulgaria | May 24 | Bulgarians celebrate Saints Cyril and Methodius, who created an early alphabet. November 1 is also a holiday for educators. |
| Cameroon | October 5 | Cameroon celebrates World Teachers' Day, honoring teachers for helping to build the country's future. |
| Canada | October 5 | The Canadian Teachers' Federation highlights the important work of teachers on this day. |
| Chile | October 16 | The date has changed a few times. It now honors the founding of the Teachers' Association of Chile. |
| China | September 10 | Students often give gifts like cards and flowers to their teachers. Many former students visit their old schools to thank teachers. |
| Colombia | May 15 | This day honors Jean-Baptiste de La Salle, who is known as the patron saint of teachers. He believed in free education for all children. |
| Costa Rica | December 22 | This day celebrates the birthday of Mauro Fernández Acuña, who helped reform education in Costa Rica. |
| Croatia | October 5 | |
| Cuba | December 22 | On this day in 1961, Cuba announced it had become a country free of illiteracy, meaning most people could read and write. |
| Czech Republic | March 28 | This is the birthday of John Amos Comenius, a famous educator. Students nominate their favorite teachers for an award called "Golden Amos." |
| Dominican Republic | June 30 | |
| Ecuador | April 13 | |
| Egypt | February 28 | |
| El Salvador | June 22 | Teacher's Day in El Salvador is a national holiday. |
| Estonia | October 5 | Older students often take over teaching lessons for the day, giving their teachers a break. |
| France | November 27 | This day honors Joseph Calasanz, who founded schools for poor children. |
| Georgia | October 5 | Georgia also moved its celebration to October 5 to match World Teachers' Day. |
| Germany | October 5 | |
| Greece | January 30 | This day comes from the Eastern Orthodox faith, honoring three important religious teachers. |
| Guatemala | June 25 | This day honors María Chinchilla, a teacher who died during a protest. |
| Honduras | September 17 | This day celebrates the life of José Trinidad Reyes. |
| Hong Kong | September 10 | After Hong Kong became part of China, the date changed to September 10 to match China's celebration. |
| Hungary | First Sunday of June | |
| India | September 5 | This day is the birthday of Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, India's second president and a respected teacher. Students and teachers celebrate with special activities. |
| Indonesia | November 25 | This day is not a holiday, but schools hold ceremonies to recognize teachers and staff. |
| Iran | May 2 | Students and teachers celebrate at schools with gifts for the teachers. |
| Iraq | March 1 | Students show appreciation by giving gifts to their teachers. |
| Israel | December 1 (23 Kislev) | |
| Italy | November 27 | Like France, Italy honors Joseph Calasanz, who started schools for poor children. |
| Jamaica | May 6 | Students and parents often bring gifts to teachers, and most schools close early. |
| Japan | October 5 | |
| Jordan | October 5 | |
| Kazakhstan | First Sunday of October | |
| Kosovo | March 7 | |
| Kuwait | October 5 | |
| Laos | October 7 | |
| Latvia | First Sunday of October | |
| Lebanon | March 9 | Students usually give gifts to teachers to show their appreciation. |
| Libya | February 28 | |
| Lithuania | October 5 | Classes are often shorter or cancelled. Students or workers might teach lessons about careers. Teachers often receive flowers. |
| Malaysia | May 16 | This day marks when an important report about education in Malaysia was approved in 1956. |
| Maldives | October 5 | Schools celebrate with many activities, and students give gifts to teachers. |
| Mauritius | October 5 | |
| Mexico | May 15 | Schools often have cultural events to highlight the importance of teachers. Some schools might even have the day off. |
| Moldova | October 5 | Like other countries, Moldova moved its celebration to October 5. Schools often have concerts, and older students might teach younger ones. |
| Mongolia | October 5 | |
| Morocco | February 28 | |
| Myanmar | October 5 | |
| Nepal | Full moon day of Ashadha (June–July) | This day is called "Guru Purnima" and is dedicated to spiritual and academic teachers. |
| Netherlands | October 5 | |
| New Zealand | October 29 | |
| Nigeria | October 5 | Teacher's Day in Nigeria is usually a day off for teachers. |
| North Macedonia | October 5 | |
| Oman | February 24 | |
| Palestine | December 14 | |
| Panama | December 1 | This day celebrates the birthday of Manuel José Hurtado, who is known for promoting modern public education in Panama. |
| Pakistan | October 5 | Students give cards and flowers to their teachers to show thanks. |
| Papua New Guinea | October 5 | Both National Teachers' Day and World Teachers' Day are celebrated, with schools holding special programs. |
| Paraguay | April 30 | |
| Peru | July 6 | This day marks the founding of the first Normal School for Men in Peru in 1822. |
| Philippines | September 5 to October 5 | The National Teacher's Month leads up to World Teachers' Day on October 5. Students often perform skits or songs for their teachers. |
| Poland | October 14 | This day marks the creation of the Commission of National Education in 1773. Students often give flowers and sweets to teachers. |
| Portugal | October 5 | |
| Puerto Rico | May 20 | It's usually the Friday before Mother's Day. |
| Qatar | October 5 | |
| Romania | October 5 | |
| Russia | October 5 | Like other countries, Russia moved its celebration to October 5. Schools often have concerts, and older students might teach younger ones. |
| Saudi Arabia | October 5 | |
| Serbia | October 5 | |
| Singapore | First Friday of September | This is an official school holiday. Celebrations usually happen the day before, with students putting on performances for teachers. |
| Slovakia | March 28 | This day celebrates the birthday of John Amos Comenius. |
| Somalia | November 21 | Since 1974, Teacher's Day has been a public holiday celebrated in every school. |
| South Africa | October 5 | |
| South Korea | May 15 | Teachers often receive carnations from students. This day is also the birthday of Sejong the Great. |
| South Sudan | December 1 | The date for Teacher's Day in South Sudan was changed to October 1. |
| Spain | November 27 | Like France and Italy, Spain honors Joseph Calasanz, who started schools for poor children. |
| Sri Lanka | October 6 | Most schools officially celebrate Teacher's Day on October 6. |
| Switzerland | November 27 | Like other countries, Switzerland honors Joseph Calasanz, who started schools for poor children. |
| Syria | Third Thursday of March | |
| Taiwan | September 28 | This day honors teachers' contributions to students and society. It's chosen to celebrate the birth of Confucius, a famous ancient teacher. |
| Thailand | January 16 | Most Thai schools close for the day. Students often give small jasmine flower wreaths to their teachers and perform for them. |
| Tunisia | February 28 | |
| Turkey | November 24 | Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Turkey, believed teachers would create the new generation. He accepted the title of head teacher of the nation's schools on this day. |
| Ukraine | First Sunday of October | Schools celebrate the Friday before with concerts. Students often give flowers and sweets to their teachers. |
| United Arab Emirates | October 5 | |
| United Kingdom | June 19 | This day is called "National Thank a Teacher Day." It's about appreciating all school staff who help shape young minds. |
| United States | Tuesday of the first full week of May | This day is part of Teacher Appreciation Week. It's a day to honor teachers and recognize their lasting impact on our lives. |
| Uruguay | September 22 | |
| Uzbekistan | October 1 | Teacher's Day has been celebrated here since 1997, and it's a day off across the country. |
| Venezuela | January 15 | |
| Vietnam | November 20 | Students often give flowers and gifts to teachers. This day is also a chance for the education sector to review and improve teaching quality. |
| Yemen | February 28 |
Some groups have also suggested a day to appreciate homeschool teachers. In the United States, there has been a "parents as teachers day" on November 8 since the 1970s. While this day first focused on how parents help with early childhood learning, some homeschoolers use it to recognize the important role parents play in education.
See also
In Spanish: Día del maestro para niños
- International Day of Education
- Teacher's Oath
- World Teachers' Day – created by UNESCO
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