Are you ready to paint your school yellow? I’m so excited about the upcoming Yellow Day on May 9th because this year we are celebrating 10 YEARS OF YELLOW!
Yellow Day, a celebration dedicated to spreading happiness and kindness, is an annual event that brings communities and schools together to remember the importance of being kind. What better way to celebrate than by donning our brightest yellow attire and spreading sunshine wherever we go?
So, what exactly is Yellow Day all about? Founded on the simple premise of spreading joy, Yellow Day encourages people to perform acts of kindness, share uplifting messages, and brighten someone’s day with a smile.
It’s a reminder that even the smallest gestures can have a significant impact on those around us. It was started in 2014 in memory of an amazing teacher and friend that made the days brighter for everyone she encountered. Her name was Honor, and she was my friend and teammate when I taught Kindergarten. Honor was the type of person that could brighten your darkest days just by being around her. She “turned people’s gray skies into yellow skies” – as stated in my children’s book dedicated to her called, Yellow.
This year, we’re excited to celebrate 10 years of being the YELLOW to amplify the message of positivity and kindness. YellowDay.org is treasure trove of resources, offering ideas and inspiration for how you can participate in Yellow Day festivities. Whether it’s sending a cheerful note to a friend, surprising a neighbor with a bouquet of yellow flowers, or simply spreading kindness wherever you go, there are endless ways to get involved and make a difference. You’ll also find my TEDx talk, “Be The Yellow” linked through that site to share with your students! You can also find a brand new FREE Yellow Day Activity Pack in my store here!
Yellow Day provides the perfect opportunity to instill important values in our students and communities, teaching them the importance of empathy, generosity, and spreading positivity.
So mark your calendars and join us in celebrating Yellow Day on May 9th! Let’s come together to spread sunshine, kindness, and joy to brighten the world around us. After all, a little bit of yellow goes a long way in making the world a brighter, happier place.
Until then, #betheyyellow everyday!
-Adam
adampetersoneducation.com 