April is a month of transformation! This month promises new beginnings as flowers bloom and trees come to life with fresh buds.
And that's not all! April is also the month of lighthearted celebrations of grilled cheese sandwiches, serious awareness initiatives, and ancient traditions like Passover. There's something for everyone to acknowledge this month.
Read on for 10 April holidays, events, and observances that you might want to know more about:
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Autism Awareness Month | April 1-30
One in 59 children born in the United States is on the autism spectrum. It is the fastest-growing developmental disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Read tips for talking to your kids about autism, from a mom whose son is on the spectrum. You can learn more about with this Autism Awareness Month Article.
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National Child Abuse Prevention Month | April 1-30
All families need help sometimes. Commit in April to learn new ways to strengthen child and family well-being. The most important thing we can do to help children thrive is to support families before they reach a crisis. Learn more from the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services.
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April Fool's Day | April 1
Kids are all about April Fool's Day! Here are 10 Pranks That Will Tickle Their Funny Bones on April Fools' Day. Have fun! But always watch your back.
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National Library Week | April 7-13
Libraries are at the heart of our communities and schools, providing a public space where all community members can come together to connect and learn. Take your child to get their very own library card this week!
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National Grilled Cheese Sandwich Day | April 12
A great day to serve this perennial kid favorite for dinner! Ooey gooey goodness. "Adult" it up, if you must, by adding toppings like bacon, tomatoes, spinach, or portabella mushrooms.
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National Pajama Day | April 16
Per the American Childhood Cancer Organization, pajamas are the battle uniform for children with cancer! Children with cancer frequently fight this battle in hospital rooms or at home for long periods of time. Let's show our support by wearing our pajamas, EVERYWHERE!
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National Park Week | April 20-28
Celebrate America's treasured parks! National Park Week is a time to explore amazing places, discover stories of history and culture, volunteer, and explore! Here are 6 Fee-Free Days at National Parks in 2024 (including April 20th)!
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Earth Day | April 22
This is a great day to assess how your family impacts the environment and think about small changes you can make to help our environment. Here are 7 ways your family can change the world.
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Passover | April 22-30
Passover, also known as Pesach — the Hebrew word for Passover — is celebrated during the spring, the time of rebirth. This holiday also celebrates social justice, freedom, and equality — very relevant concepts today. Here is an easy recipe for matzo ball soup ... delicious.
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Pay it Forward Day | April 28
Mark this day by letting your kids come up with an act of kindness as a way to "pay it forward." It's a great way to show them that even small gestures of kindness matter — and ripple outward. Want to know more about the concept? Read "Pay It Forward," a novel by Catherine Ryan Hyde.
