Each child may then choose one and write an original myth about how the superstition originated. The Greek stories can be found in The Macmillan Book of Greek Gods and Heroes and the Native American stories in Keepers of the Night . Try some simple calligraphy or make cut paper decorations. Study the constellations and find out how they got their names. Youth Day July 9, Morocco Background July 9 is the day for Morocco s national holiday of Youth Day.
Work is suspended and people take time to enjoy, celebrate, and honor youth.
Children get many forms of special treatment and a festive atmosphere characterizes the day. Activities Have the children imagine that they are going to take a trip to Morocco for the Youth Day celebration. Have the children consider the question of why society would honor its youth. Discuss the contributions of the young and the responsibilities they must take on to prepare themselves for adulthood. Bring the discussion to a personal level by having children talk about contributions they make to their family, community, or school.