Chinese New Year is a festival of doing the right things, and a surprising number of not doing the wrong ones. The first days of the year are believed to set the tone for the twelve months ahead, so a long list of taboos has grown up around them, each […]
Seven Continents
Browse worldwide holidays and destinations by continent—from Asia to Antarctica. Find festivals, events, and travel tips across all seven continents.
Lunar New Year vs. Chinese New Year: What’s the Difference?
Every winter the same question circulates online: should you say “Chinese New Year” or “Lunar New Year,” and are they even the same thing? The short answer is that they usually fall on the same day but do not mean the same thing. “Chinese New Year” refers to one specific […]
Chinese New Year 2026: Dates, Traditions, and the Year of the Horse Explained
Chinese New Year, known in China as the Spring Festival (春节, Chūnjié), is the most important holiday in the Chinese calendar and the largest annual celebration on Earth by the number of people taking part. For roughly a fifth of humanity it marks the turn of the lunisolar year, the […]
How to Talk to Your Children About Black History Month: A Parent’s Guide
Talking with children about Black history can feel daunting, but age-appropriate conversations make a lasting difference. This guide is a parent’s guide to Black History Month, with practical advice on how to talk to children about history, race, and achievement at every age. What Is Black History Month and Why […]
Lesser-Known Black History Figures Every Child Should Know: Unsung Heroes Who Shaped American History
Beyond the famous names, Black history is full of figures whose contributions are too often overlooked. This guide introduces lesser-known Black history figures every child, and adult, should know: the unsung heroes who helped shape American history. Who Was Bass Reeves? The Real Lone Ranger and First Black Deputy US […]
Engaging Black History Month Activities for Kids and Students
Black History Month is a meaningful time to teach children about history, culture, and achievement. This guide offers engaging Black History Month activities for kids and students, from crafts and reading to projects and discussions for home and the classroom. What Is Black History Month and Why Do We Celebrate […]
BHM Watchlist: Top Documentaries and Movies Celebrating Black Culture
Film is a powerful way to learn during Black History Month and throughout the year. This guide is a Black History Month watchlist of top documentaries and films celebrating Black history and culture, for families, classrooms, and individual viewing. Introduction: Why Black History Month Documentaries and Films Matter for Cultural […]
30 Must-Read Books by Black Authors to Add to Your Reading List
Reading is one of the most rewarding ways to mark Black History Month, and to keep learning year-round. This guide shares must-read books by Black authors, spanning fiction, memoir, history, and poetry, to add to your reading list any time of year. Best Classic Novels by Black Authors That Changed […]
Highlighting Black Joy: Aesthetic Instagram Ideas for BHM
Celebrate Black History Month with these creative, meaningful, and visually stunning Instagram content ideas that honor heritage while embracing modern social media trends. February arrives with a powerful invitation. Black History Month calls us to reflect, celebrate, and share stories that have shaped our world. In the age of Instagram, […]
Black History Month 2026: Theme, Hashtags, and Content Ideas for Creators
Black History Month is observed each February in the United States and Canada, and in October in the United Kingdom, honoring the history, achievements, and contributions of Black communities. It grew from Carter G. Woodson’s Negro History Week, founded in 1926, and became a month-long observance in 1976, with an […]