Holidays

Select the Holiday Badge below for downloads of the badge program and any supplements associated with it.

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April Fool’s Day
The first of April is not for fools’ but for fun. Just watch how many tricks you pull, they may come back to haunt you.
Initial Release: 3.27.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: April Fool’s Day — EP_April Fools Day

 

Christmas Traditions
Traditions come from families, culture, communities and more. We’ll explore the traditions in the United States of this popular holiday.
Initial Release: 12.16.2014 / Latest Release: 12.16.2014

• Badge Program: Christmas Traditions — EP_Christmas Traditions

 

Christmas: My Traditions
Select and maintain traditions with your family to help create your own unique celebration. Be sure to include your entire family in your traditions. I’ve included my family traditions as examples.
Initial Release: 12.22.2014 / Latest Release: 12.22.2014

• Badge Program: Christmas – My Traditions — EP_Christmas_My Traditions

 

Earth Day
We have one resource that we need to protect — our planet. Let’s celebrate it with a holiday!
Initial Release: 4.17.2015 / Latest Release: 4.17.2015

• Badge Program: Earth Day — EP_Earth Day
• Supplement: Draw how you’d like the earth to look — SUPP_Earth_Look
• Supplement: Printable street art with earth theme, 3 — SUPP_Earth_Street Art
• Supplement: Ideas, sheets for brainstorming ways to help our planet — SUPP_Earth_What Can I Do
• Supplement: Word find for Earth Day — SUPP_WF_Earth Day
• Supplement: Word find for recyclables — SUPP_WF_Recyclables

 

Father’s Day
Father’s Day celebrates those men in our lives that exemplify the ideal “dad”. Explore the holiday as we celebrate.
Initial Release: 5.12.2015 / Latest Release: 5.12.2015

• Badge Program: Father’s Day — EP_Fathers Day

 

Flag Day
Flag Day is a great time to introduce others to flag etiquette, participate in ceremonies and more.
Initial Release: 6.3.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Flag Day — EP_Flag Day
• Supplement: Simple Flag Ceremony — SUPP_Simple Flag Ceremony

 

Ghoul Scouts
The company where I work used to have costume contests for Halloween, both for individuals and departments. One year, the marketing department became the “ghoul scouts.” Looking for some fun this Halloween? You might want to try some of these out.
Initial Release: 10.27.2014 / Latest Release: 10.27.2014

• Badge Program: Ghoul Scouts — EP_Ghoul Scouts
• Supplement: Printable cookie box – Eyeballs — SUPP_Eyeballs_Cookies
• Supplement: Ghoul-style cootie catcher — SUPP_Ghoul_Catcher
• Supplement: Printable cookie box – Jacks — SUPP_Jacks_Cookies
• Supplement: Printable cookie box – Lady Fingers — SUPP_LadyFingers_Cookies
• Supplement: Printable misfortunes for your cookies — SUPP_Misfortune Sayings
• Supplement: Printable cookie box – Misfortunes — SUPP_Misfortunes_Cookies
• Supplement: Printable cookie box – Snake-a-Roos — SUPP_Snake-a-Roo_Cookies
• Supplement: Printable cookie box – Spider Bites — SUPP_SpiderBites_Cookies

 

Halloween / All Hallows Eve
Halloween, as we celebrate it today, is a combination of traditions, beliefs and evolution from a multitude of cultures. Let’s explore how a diverse variety of people created our present holiday.
Initial Release: 10.21.2014 / Latest Release: 10.21.2014

• Badge Program: Halloween / All Hallows Eve — EP_Halloween_AHE

 

Halloween Haunted
Where would you like to be haunted? Many organizations take advantage of this holiday to help give scares and shivers. So, whether you plan to go out and be scared by others or start your own venue for  fun, we’ll explore events you can host. This badge program is for creating an event that lasts longer than a single night like a party.
Initial Release: 10.26.2014 / Latest Release: 10.26.2014

• Badge Program: Halloween Haunted — EP_Halloween Haunted

 

Halloween Party
Let’s have a party — Halloween-style. From a themed party to a fun get together, Halloween is the time to cut loose.
Initial Release: 10.26.2014 / Latest Release: 10.26.2014

• Badge Program: Halloween Party — EP_Halloween Party

 

Halloween Traditions
While the “Halloween” badge explored the history of this holiday, this badge goes into the traditions that are still found today . . . including your own.
Initial Release: 10.22.2014 / Latest Release: 10.22.2014

• Badge Program: Halloween Traditions — EP_Halloween Traditions

 

Harry Potter: Christmas at Hogwarts
The other Harry Potter badges have steps to provide you with material for day camp, afternoon camps and other non-holiday activities. Some of those activities can be adjusted slightly and used with a Christmas theme. This badge program focuses on the happenings in the Harry Potter world during Christmas.
Initial Release: 7.22.2011 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Harry Potter – Christmas at Hogwarts — EP_HP_Christmas Hogwarts
• Supplement: Christmas feast recipes from UK — SUPP_HP_Feast Recipes
• Supplement: Ideas and found patterns for ornaments — SUPP_HP_Ornaments

 

Independence Day Traditions
As we celebrate this holiday, traditions are built. Explore traditions and create your own.
Initial Release: 7.8.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Independence Day Traditions — EP_ID_Traditions
• Supplement: Match amendment number / year with the amendment — SUPP_MT_Amendments
• Supplement: Word find of the original 13 states — SUPP_WF_13 States
• Supplement: Word find of the current 50 states — SUPP_WF_50 States
• Supplement: Word find of US patriotic songs — SUPP_WF_US Songs

 

Labor Day
Labor Day celebrates the contributions of workers in the United States. It is also celebrated in Canada on the same day.
Initial Release: 8.26.2014 / Latest Release: 8.26.2014

• Badge Program: Labor Day — EP_Labor Day

 

Memorial Day
Not only can you show your pride on Memorial Day, you can reflect on those people whose memories you wish to honor.
Initial Release: 5.6.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Memorial Day — EP_Memorial Day

 

Monthly Observances 01: January
Need a theme at a moment’s notice? Looking to create craft ideas for your meeting? What kind of event will get your people motivated? Short on ideas and need a starting point? Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects. You can even make themed gifts.
Initial Release: 1.14.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 01 – January — EP_01_Jan_Observances
• Supplement: List of January monthly observances — SUPP_01_January

 

Monthly Observances 02: February
February is much more than Valentine’s Day. Why not take a break from the traditional and try a new observance in February. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 1.30.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 02 – February — EP_02_Feb_Observances
• Supplement: List of February monthly observances — SUPP_02_February

 

Monthly Observances 03: March
March starts us thinking of spring. Days are longer and temperatures start to rise. Everyone starts feeling cabin fever and can’t wait to get outside. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 3.14.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 03 – March — EP_03_Mar_Observances
• Supplement: List of March monthly observances — SUPP_03_March

 

Monthly Observances 04: April
April observances are extremely varied, so you’re very likely to find something that interests you. Animals, food and stress are just a few topics covered. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 3.29.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 04 – April — EP_04_Apr_Observances
• Supplement: List of April monthly observances — SUPP_04_April

 

Monthly Observances 05: May
April showers bring May flowers . . . but flowers isn’t the only observance celebrated in May. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 5.9.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 05 – May — EP_05_May_Observances
• Supplement: List of May monthly observances — SUPP_05_May

 

Monthly Observances 06: June
The weather is better so June is a great month to start outdoor activities as well as enjoy the change of season. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 5.31.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 06 – June — EP_06_Jun_Observances
• Supplement: List of June monthly observances — SUPP_06_June

 

Monthly Observances 07: July
Picnics, celebrations and, of course, no school make July a fun month for all kids. Boredom often results as the downtime quickly becomes “what can I do now?” Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 7.7.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 07 – July — EP_07_Jul_Observances
• Supplement: List of July monthly observances — SUPP_07_July

 

Monthly Observances 08: August
As the dog days of summer move into back to school days, you’ll find a wide variety of activities to enjoy. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 8.19.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 08 – August — EP_08_Aug_Observances
• Supplement: List of August monthly observances — SUPP_08_August

 

Monthly Observances 09: September
As school begins and the weather starts to change, there are less outdoor activities. Don’t let that stop you from having fun. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 10.21.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 09 – September — EP_09_Sep_Observances
• Supplement: List of September monthly observances — SUPP_09_September

 

Monthly Observances 10: October
Fall is in full swing. Halloween is the highlight of the month. However, there is still a lot of fun that doesn’t include the popular holiday. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 10.29.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 10 – October — EP_10_Oct_Observances
• Supplement: List of October monthly observances — SUPP_10_October

 

Monthly Observances 11: November
As we move into November, the holiday season is starting. There are less “holidays” as the larger ones take on more signifi cance. In keeping with Thanksgiving, many holidays focus on family and the good feelings we get from each other. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 11.18.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 11 – November — EP_11_Nov_Observances
• Supplement: List of November monthly observances — SUPP_11_November

 

Monthly Observances 12: December
December is dominated with Christmas, Kwanzaa and Hanukkah (as well as a few others). For this reason, there are less monthly observances than any other month. Monthly observances can give you everything from ideas for activities to service projects.
Initial Release: 11.18.2013 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Monthly Observances 12 – December — EP_12_Dec_Observances
• Supplement: List of December monthly observances — SUPP_12_December

 

Mother’s Day
Mother’s Day celebrates those we call “mom” in our hearts and minds. Explore as we celebrate this holiday.
Initial Release: 4.25.2015 / Latest Release: 4.25.2015

• Badge Program: Mother’s Day — EP_Mothers Day

 

New Year’s Eve
Enjoy the biggest party as you celebrate the end of one year and the beginning of the next. Traditions and possibilities for this party are endless.
Initial Release: 2.18.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: New Year’s Eve — EP_New Years Eve

 

St. Patrick’s Day
We celebrate all things Irish with this fun holiday.
Initial Release: 3.18.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: St. Patrick’s Day — EP_St Patricks Day

 

Thanksgiving Traditions
Thanksgiving is a time for giving thanks . . . especially for your family and friends.
Initial Release: 11.11.2014 / Latest Release: 11.11.2014

• Badge Program: Thanksgiving Traditions — EP_Thanksgiving Traditions
• Supplement: Thanksgiving tradition ideas — SUPP_Thanksgiving Traditions

 

Valentine’s Day
Celebrating love, Valentine’s Day is a holiday most people can’t wait to arrive. Let’s look at this special holiday.
Initial Release: 3.11.2014 / Latest Release: 7.17.2014

• Badge Program: Valentine’s Day — EP_Valentines Day

 

Women Equality Day
While the claim is that women are treated equally, worldwide we are still treated as second class citizens. Let’s explore how equal women truly are.
Initial Release: 8.12.2014 / Latest Release: 8.12.2014

• Badge Program: Women Equality Day — EP_Women Equality Day

 

World Thinking Day
World Thinking Day is an annual day of celebration for Girl Scouts and Girl Guides. Some boy-associated organizations also celebrate it. It takes place on February 22. Girls are encouraged to learn about other cultures, issues shared by women and global impact of the organization.
Initial Release: 2.11.2015 / Latest Release: 2.11.2015

• Badge Program: World Thinking Day — EP_World Thinking Day