February is the shortest month of the year. But there's certainly no end to the events and holidays to celebrate this month!
We've rounded up 10 special family-friendly holidays and events that you and your kids will want to celebrate in February:
Black History Month
Frederick Douglass. Booker T. Washington. Toni Morrison. Barack Obama. Martin Luther King Jr. The list of influential African-Americans for our kids — and us! — to learn about and celebrate goes on and on. Feb. 1-28
National Children's Dental Health Month
Many organizations and dentists offer free or reduced-cost care to kids during February to mark National Children's Dental Health Month. Feb. 1-28
Groundhog Day
Will Punxsutawney Phil, or our local famous groundhog, General Beauregard Lee, see their shadows? If either does, it's six more weeks of winter. Feb. 2
Thank a Mail Carrier Day
Our letter carriers work hard every day, under a lot of challenging conditions. Thank your mail carrier with a note on this Thank a Mail Carrier Day! We have a free printable to make it even easier for you. Feb. 4
Super Bowl
We'll be there for the commercials, the food, and, oh yeah, the game itself. Make it Super with these Game Recipes for Kids. First Sunday of Feb.
International Day of Women & Girls in Science
The International Day of Women & Girls in Science was established in 2015 by the United Nations in its efforts to ensure full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls. Feb. 11
Valentine's Day
We see the jewelry store ads too, but heartfelt words and a thoughtful, simple gesture like planning an evening together — even if it's at home for you exhausted parents — can mean the most. Feb. 14
Random Acts of Kindness Day
No reason to complicate it. Random acts of kindness can be so simple: Pay for the person behind you in the drive-thru line. Give your UPS driver a cold drink. Compliment a coworker on a job well done. Feb. 17
Presidents Day
Presidents Day was started to recognize the birth date of George Washington following his death in 1799. Who is your kids' favorite president? Can they tell you why? Research together to find new facts about our nation's leaders. Third Monday of Feb.
National Love Your Pet Day
I mean, OK. You don't have to tell us twice. Feb. 20
