Season 2 - Episode 13: Book Week & Beyond - Why Do We Celebrate?

Dress-ups, costumes, themed activities and special celebration days are a huge part of life in early childhood education. But have you ever stopped to ask… do children actually understand why we're celebrating? This week, Bec and Tiana sit down with Simone, founder of Aware Bear, to unpack the meaning behind celebration days like Book Week, Harmony Week, NAIDOC Week and more. Together, they explore how educators can move beyond the dress-up box and create meaningful, age-appropriate experienc...