On July 23rd we celebrate and honor parents and caregivers during National Parents’ Day!
No matter where in the world they are—or how old their kids might be—parents play a vital role in their children’s lives. From first steps to walking at graduation and beyond, parenting is full of joy and challenges, love and learning. Each July, National Parents’ Day celebrates the close bonds parents share with their children while providing an opportunity to promote responsible parenting and recognize positive parental role models.
Check out the articles, activities, and games below to celebrate this National Parent’s Day. For more parenting tips and inspiration for everyday learning, visit PBS KIDS for Parents!
Supporting Our Kids, and Ourselves
Try These Mindshifts for Positive Parenting
Grades PreK-3
By setting loving limits and boundaries, parents and caregivers can help children thrive. Here are some key mindshifts to create more positive connections with your child.
What I’ve Learned as an Adoptive Parent
Grades PreK-3
Read one mom’s story about the things she’s learned by being an adoptive parent, and how it’s been the greatest honor of her life to get to be a mom to four remarkable kids.
How Parents Can Get Comfortable Expressing Feelings
Grades PreK-3
The catchy songs from “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” can help children and grown-ups learn to express their feelings. Here’s how.
Nurturing Your Child’s Independence
Grades PreK-3
Independence is bittersweet. Here are some ideas on how to raise a child who is loving and linked to family and who pushes forward to find their place in the larger world.
On Parenting: It’s OK to Need a Break
Grades PreK-3
Being a parent is rewarding — but also exhausting. Here are some ways to reduce stress, enable more joy, and allow yourself to take a break!
Activities, Crafts & Games
Create a Family Handshake
All Ages
Creating a cute, personalized handshake gives you and your child a secret, special way to communicate and greet each other — and it’s the perfect way to show off the love you share!
Printable Thankful Time Notes | Sesame Street
Grades PreK-K
Celebrate Parents’ Day! Children can use these Sesame Street notes to express thanks and appreciation for the parental figures in their lives.
Family Interview Activity
Grades PreK-3
What is the best thing about being a parent? Use this interview worksheet to help you and your kids express appreciation for family on Parents’ Day!
PBS KIDS Games to Play Together as a Family
Grades PreK-3
Playing games together, whether they are digital games, board games, or party games, are a great way to spend quality time together as a family. Here are our favorite games for children — or the whole family! — to play together.