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May 7 – National Teacher Day Facts for Kids

National Teacher Day is celebrated on May 7 every year to honor and appreciate the hard work and dedication of teachers worldwide. Teachers play a vital role in shaping young minds and nurturing future leaders. You can check out all of the Fact of the Day for kids here.

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT NATIONAL TEACHER DAY

Here are five fascinating facts about National Teacher Day:

  1. National Teacher Day originated in 1953 when Eleanor Roosevelt persuaded Congress to set aside a day to recognize educators.
  2. In some countries, National Teacher Day is celebrated on different dates, such as October 5 in India and October 25 in Australia.
  3. The National Education Association (NEA) and National Parent Teacher Association (PTA) play significant roles in organizing National Teacher Day events.
  4. The iconic apple symbolizing appreciation for teachers originated from the 17th century when students would give apples to their teachers as a sign of respect and gratitude.
  5. National Teacher Day is part of Teacher Appreciation Week, which takes place during the first full week of May each year.
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ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE MAY 7

Here are some exciting activity ideas for students to celebrate May 7 and show appreciation for their teachers:

  • Complete this Gratitude Word Search or give it to your teacher.
  • Write thank you letters to your teachers expressing appreciation for their hard work.
  • Create handmade cards or artwork to show gratitude to your teachers.
  • Organize a classroom or school-wide appreciation assembly for teachers.
  • Participate in a community service project to give back to educators in your community.
  • Host a themed dress-up day where students dress as their favorite teachers.

QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT FOR NATIONAL TEACHER DAY

Encourage deeper reflection with these thought-provoking questions:

  • How do teachers impact your life both inside and outside of the classroom?
  • What qualities do you admire most in your favorite teachers?
  • Why is it important to appreciate and recognize teachers?
  • How can you show appreciation for teachers every day, not just on National Teacher Day?
  • Reflect on a memorable experience with a teacher and explain why it was meaningful to you.

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS ABOUT TEACHERS

Here are five engaging “Would You Rather” questions about teachers to spark conversation:

  • Would you rather have a teacher who tells jokes all the time or one who is really good at riddles?
  • Would you rather be a teacher for a day or have your favorite teacher be your student for a day?
  • Would you rather have a teacher who gives lots of homework or one who gives none at all?
  • Would you rather teach a subject you love but to a difficult class or a subject you dislike but to a great class?
  • Would you rather have a teacher who is strict but fair or one who is lenient but inconsistent?

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