International Children's Day: history, traditions, interesting facts

On the first day of summer, many countries around the world celebrate one of the most important holidays - International Children's Day. This is one of the oldest international holidays: the decision to hold it was made in 1925 at the World Conference on the Welfare of Children. The Congress of the International Democratic Federation of Women in Paris officially approved this holiday only in November 1949. It was first celebrated in 1950, when 51 states took part in it. Since then, International Children's Day has been celebrated every year on June 1st.

The need to celebrate this day arose precisely in the late 40s due to the consequences of the Second World War. She left many children without parents and homes, forcing them to live on the streets. This led to theft and begging, and some children simply died from hunger or various diseases.

Purpose of celebration

International Children's Day was absolutely necessary at that time. Now this holiday is considered one of the most significant in Russia; not only adults, but also children themselves know about it.

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The purpose of the holiday is to educate everyone about the problems and difficulties that children encounter in their lives. This day reminds us of how important it is to know and respect the rights of every child.

Problems

Children from different countries face different problems. In Europe, the negative impact of the Internet is considered a big problem. In Africa and Asia, children are at risk from hunger, war and illiteracy. It is not surprising that in such states the infant mortality rate is many times higher than average.

In Russia, children's health is deteriorating: over the past decade, the number of children suffering from various mental disorders has increased significantly. Cases of aggression, vandalism and suicide have increased among children and adolescents.

The problem of abandoned children and orphans in our country is more relevant than ever. Orphanages are overcrowded: children are abandoned or parents are deprived of their rights to raise them due to an antisocial lifestyle. Such children do not know what it is to live in a complete and loving family.

International Children's Day: history and traditions of the holiday

In 1959, the UN adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child, which included articles calling on parents, state bodies, local authorities and governments, and non-governmental organizations to recognize the rights and freedoms of children set out in them and strive to respect them. The declaration was only advisory in nature and had no binding force.

The first and main international legal document in which the rights of the child were considered at the level of international law was the Convention on the Rights of the Child, adopted by the UN on November 20, 1989. The Convention was signed by 61 countries; on July 13, 1990, the Convention was ratified in the USSR.

Children make up approximately 20–25% of the population in each country. In different countries, they are exposed to different dangers from which they need to be protected: in developed countries, these are the negative consequences of addiction to television and computers (serious studies have demonstrated that children tend to copy in life those cruel actions that they see on the screen or during computer games), in Western Europe they are concerned about the too early sexual development of children; in Japan, the main danger is seen in the destruction of traditional methods of education and the increasing penetration of Western habits and forms of behavior; in the least developed countries of Africa and Asia, children are threatened by hunger, AIDS, illiteracy and military conflicts.

According to the statistical collection “Children in Russia” published in 2010, there are more than 26 million minor citizens in our country. Every year, the child population of Russia decreases by 1 million people, and the number of children left without parental care and in orphanages increases by 4-6 thousand people a year. The total number of orphans and children left without parental care is about 714 thousand people, of which more than 136 thousand are raised in boarding schools.

According to the Ministry of Health and Social Development at the end of 2010, almost 18.5 million children (or 71% of the total number of children) attend preschool and general education institutions, spending most of their active time there.

In 2010, according to official data, 20.7% of schoolchildren had the first health group, 59.2% had the second health group, and 18.3% had the third health group, i.e. 1.8% of children had chronic diseases, the fourth and fifth health groups (disabling diseases). There has been an increase in the number of children graduating from school with a decrease in hearing acuity by 44%, with a decrease in visual acuity by 2.7 times, with impaired posture by 45%, with scoliosis by 5.7 times.

According to the report of the Commissioner for Children's Rights under the President of the Russian Federation, Pavel Astakhov, the unfavorable dynamics of the increase in the number of crimes of a sexual nature committed against minors and young children continues. In 2010, according to official data alone, more than 9.5 thousand crimes were committed against the sexual integrity of children.

The rights of children in Russia are protected by the Federal Law “On Basic Guarantees of the Rights of the Child in the Russian Federation” of July 24, 1998. The law establishes the basic guarantees of the rights and legitimate interests of the child provided for by the Constitution of the Russian Federation. The state recognizes childhood as an important stage of a person’s life and proceeds from the principles of priority of preparing children for a full life in society, developing their socially significant and creative activity, and instilling in them high moral qualities, patriotism and citizenship.

International Children's Day is always celebrated with various events aimed at drawing attention to the plight of children around the world. In our country, Children's Day is celebrated under the patronage of the Russian Children's Fund. The main guests of the holiday are traditionally orphans and disabled children, children from low-income and large families.

The material was prepared based on information from RIA Novosti and open sources

Flag

This is one of the few holidays that has its own flag. The green canvas depicts a planet on which stand five children of red, blue, white, black and yellow. They all reach out to each other: this symbolizes unity, despite the fact that all people are different.

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Traditions

On International Children's Day, various events are organized in different cities around the world: exhibitions of children's drawings, performances by creative groups, competitions. Also on this day, sporting events are held, in which children receive prizes and colored balloons for winning. Cartoons are shown in cinemas, and children's songs are played on the radio.

Also on this day, actions are held to support children who find themselves in difficult life situations. Charity events and concerts, the proceeds of which are sent to orphanages and hospitals, have become part of International Children's Day.

For example, children with special needs need support and protection. They suffer from social attacks and the inability to receive a good education. Children with cerebral palsy, autism and other diseases suffer from misunderstanding and lack of acceptance in society, despite the opportunity to study and work. The chance for education and self-realization is also a kind of fight for the rights of the child.

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Also in Russia, the “White Flower” campaign is taking place at the International Children’s Protection Center in St. Petersburg. Its goal is to raise funds for seriously ill children and attract public attention to the problems of oncology in children.

Regional holiday for International Children's Day. Scenario

Scenario for a regional holiday dedicated to International Children's Day.
Hello summer! Explanatory note The first International Children's Day was held on June 1 in 1950. After which, every year on this first summer day a holiday began to be held in honor of the younger generation. Despite the venerable age of this holiday, it can always be considered the youngest, because it is dedicated to the most mischievous, talented young part of the population of planet Earth. Children need to be protected from many misfortunes in life, but this day is dedicated primarily to rest, the right of children to recuperate after school, the right to be cheerful and joyful. It has become a good tradition to celebrate this wonderful holiday every year on Kommunard Square in the city of Krasnoslobodsk. On this day, children took part in a theatrical performance, numerous competitions, and game programs. Not one child was left without attention. At the end of the holiday, all children received sweet prizes from fairy-tale characters. Goal: To create an atmosphere of universal celebration, to bring joy to children from meeting their favorite characters, to provide every child with the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities in games, dances, round dances, and songs.
Dance “Childhood”, performed by the dance group d/s “Smile”.
Presenter: Hello little people!
The holiday is knocking at the gate! He is a cheerful, kind fellow and funny and daring! He loves children very much, he has a lot of ideas. Hurry! Hurry to a wonderful holiday! How do you not know? This holiday is a sage and a prankster! He is the best remedy for all sorrows, And his name is…. CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY!!! And he brought thousands of fun and adventures for our Krasnoslobodsk children. Today is a wonderful holiday - International Children's Day. We congratulate you and wish you smiles, happiness, joy, kindness and beauty. And most importantly, good health and peaceful skies above your head. The song “Good Summer”, performed by Ulyana Pchelintseva.

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Guys, guys in the world today. On the whole planet, children are the masters!
Come on, guys, in spite of the bad weather, Let's embrace the planet with our round dance, Scatter clouds and smoke over it, We won't let anyone offend it! After all, it’s true, friends, it’s good on the planet, When children are the owners of the planet! No wonder, from the songs and dances ringing, Our Earth hopes for childhood. Presenter: Today is a wonderful holiday, the brightest and most joyful. This day is dedicated to you, dear guys! And on holidays it is customary to accept congratulations. Today they came to congratulate you: 1. Nishnyuchkina Svetlana Aleksandrovna, Deputy Head of the Administration for Social Issues of the Krasnoslobodsky Municipal District. 2. Maseev Alexander Nikolaevich, head of the education department of the administration of the Krasnoslobodsky municipal district. Presenter: It’s fun today, we’re happy!
Congratulations on Children's Day! Let our cheerful, ringing laughter ring, ring everywhere! We have a bunch of songs in store, Have fun without interruptions! The song “What color is summer” is performed by Alla Kudasheva, Alina Lyutova, Ulyana Pchelintseva.
Host: Guys, you all live with parents who take care of you.
The poet Mark Schwartz wrote jokingly on behalf of the children about what parents should be like. And Mikhail Konkin will read it. Poem “I don’t understand these adults.”
Presenter: Children's Day is a bright, sunny holiday. It’s not for nothing that it is celebrated on the very first day of summer, on the first day of summer vacation! And this makes my soul so happy that I just can’t wait to jump for joy and dance! And I invite you to dance with the dance group “Inspiration” “Dance of the Olympic Flame”. Goblin: Why is there so much noise? How is today good for you? Why don’t I see any nice cute faces here? Where are Kikimora and Yaga? Why is there so much noise here? Host: What else is this? Where did you come from? Leshy: Have you decided to go on a spree here? Take a walk and relax? But I wasn't invited? I'm the devil. Not anyone! Host: What are you forgetting here? Come on, get out of the party! Goblin: I won’t allow you to have fun!
Hey, help! One two Three! Kikimora appears.
Kikimora: Don’t be angry, brother, I’m not a girl, tea, You’re too quick to rise, You’ll break your neck by accident. This morning I caught a cold in the wind. Rheumatism has broken out, Well, if I die. Goblin: Come on, tie your tongue! And not how I’ll give you and in an instant you’ll fly away to where I don’t know. Host: Why are you starting a fight here? Now we will drive you away from the holiday! Kikimora: Oh, don't! I love holidays so much! There’s something I don’t understand, In my mind: Why are you starting such a mess? - Let's play with the guys and have fun. Leshy: So be it, persuaded. Can I tell the guys some riddles? Kikimora: Do you know? Leshy: What more! Host: Well, make a wish. Goblin: For winter - snow, For the fields - haystacks, For us - a ray of sun, For the castle... Kikimora: The key! Goblin: Grandma, do you see the fist? Who am I messing with, you fool! Don't tell me! - Listen to some more riddles. The most interesting. 1. The dear, kind...... pig (Rooster) crows sleepily 2. Who is gnawing on a pine cone on a branch? Well, of course, this is......bear (Squirrel) Kikimora: Enough of your riddles, let's better play. Do you guys agree? Game "Hello!" - When we meet the dawn, We tell it... (Hello!) - With a smile the sun gives light, Sends us its... (Hello!) - When you meet after many years, You shout to your friends... (Hello!) - And they will smile back at you From kind words... (Hello!) - And you will remember the advice: Give to all your friends... (Hello!) - Let's say everything together in response to each other... (Hello!) Presenter: Near two forest lakes Right next to the path There is a tower - a tower On chicken leg.
Who lives in it? Baba Yaga runs in with a broom in a mortar, screaming and swearing.
Baba Yaga: Where are you going? Where are you going, damned? I told you to stand! You dare disobey me, the mistress? Well, where is it taking you? Completely out of hand. I have no more strength to fight with her! Kikimora: Oh, granny, don’t make noise! The guys will be able to help you! Baba Yaga: Ay, great! Ay, well done! Pleased grandma! I wonder what holiday is it for you today? The New Year has passed, March 8 too, spring is already about to give way to summer. I don’t remember any holiday at this time? A? Tell me guys. Children: Children's Day. Baba Yaga: Yes, what kind of holiday is this?
Can you play on it? I dance and sing, I’m waiting for the kids to visit. I invite all my friends to dance, It will be more fun together! I want to cheer you all up and invite you to a disco. Dance "Sparrow disco".
Baba Yaga: Now let's play.
Game "Steam Locomotive"

A steam locomotive has arrived.
What did he bring with him? He is tired, he is deaf and dumb. He brought a trailer with what? With stompers... (Children stomp.) With firecrackers... (Children clap their hands.) With flashing lights... (Children wink.) With chants... (Children scream.) With hugs... (Children hug.) Presenter: The poem “The doll got sick,” read by Daria Kudashkina.
Game “Confusion”
Leshy: And now, guys, Baba Yaga and I will play with you. Leshy and Baba Yaga become. Boys follow the Leshiy engine, and girls follow Baba Yaga. Then everyone stands in a circle, the music turns on, and everyone starts dancing, when the music ends, two teams must find their hero. Boys - Leshego, girls - Baba Yaga. Host: Place your hands on your belt now.
Gently swing left and right. Now let us wave above ourselves, our hands will flutter with the Dove of Peace. Our planet does not need strife. Children and adults only need Friendship! Friendship! Friendship! Game "How are you living?"
Kikimora: How are you living? - Like this! (thumb forward) How are you walking? - Like this! (walk in place) How are you swimming? - Like this! (imitate swimming) How do you run? - Like this! (running in place) How sad are you? - Like this! (they are sad) Are you naughty? - Like this! (make faces) Are you threatening? - Like this! (they shake their fingers at each other) The game is repeated 3-4 times, each time the pace becomes faster. Presenter: Laundress Dance. Meet the dance group "Victoria". Leshy: Oh, now, I will play with the guys, the game is called “The clock is ticking”
The game “The clock is ticking”

The presenter pronounces the text and shows the movements, the children repeat them.

The clock is ticking, tick-tock, tick-tock, the hands are moving like this... (Arms are crossed in front of you to represent the hands.) The doors open, the Cuckoo appears.
(Hands open to the sides like doors.) Peek-a-boo, peek-a-boo, here I come! Hello, dear friends! (Hands flap on the sides like wings.) I will indicate what time it is, What time it is now. (They bow, spread their arms to the sides like wings.) And then I’ll sleep in the clock again for a whole hour. (The “door” hands close.) The pendulum swings, And the game ends. (Closed hands swing like a pendulum.) Presenter: What a holiday! What a day! Non-adults day! Children's Day! Children are good, Children are cool! Without children, life is not life, This is immediately clear! Baba Yaga: Aren't you tired?
No? Then I suggest we dance. Dance “Four Steps Forward”
Presenter: Poem “Cleaning”, read by Polina Gruzintseva. Presenter: Our song rushes over the huge planet.
May children always sing about happiness and sunshine. The song “Holiday”, performed by Alla Kudasheva, Alina Lyutova.
Host: Now take some crayons and draw and write on the asphalt what you need to be happy. Let your drawings contain: Happiness, sunshine, friendship. Asphalt drawing competition. Host: While the children are drawing, we will continue our concert program. The poem “The milk tooth fell out,” read by Cousin Victoria. The poem “American Miracle”, read by Danilin Igor. The poem “Apple Pie”, read by Diana Basargina. Presenter: So we greeted summer, It is dressed in greenery.
Summer has come to us again, It's very good! The song “Summer”, performed by Angela Kolyadina.
Host: This is where our holiday ends. Goodbye. Until next time.