Read about Parents' Day, its history and how it is celebrated in different parts of the world.

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Parents' Day Around the World

What is Parents' Day?

Parents’ Day serves as an opportunity to thank the parents for their love and sacrifice. Although the custom of honoring parents is followed form centuries but dedicating a day in remembrance of the parents, is a recent observation. This day is used as a time to strengthen the family values and respect.

Origin of Parents' Day

Everyone knows about the origin of Mother’s Day and Father’s Day but it is hard to say the exact idea of Parents’ Day and its origin. However many believe that the idea of Parents’ Day might be a centuries old and it might have started with a view to honor and appreciate the parents for that special love and care which resulted in the better life of child. Although many think that Parents’ Day is an old celebration, the first official announcement of the day was made in the year 1994, by the former President of USA, Mr. Bill Clinton. He signed a law to celebrate Parents’ Day, to promote responsible parenting and to strengthen the family ethics.

Ways to Celebrate Parents' Day

Parents’ Day is not a festival or carnival and it is not a time for grand parties and celebrations but it’s all about loving and caring your parents. There are several ways to celebrate and make this day the memorable one in Parents’ life. Children show their love by staying whole day with their parents and by taking them for shopping and other interesting places. As in any event, gifts place a special role during Parent’s Day. You can gift books, wristwatches, electronic accessories etc. The flowers and cards play the major role on this day. In some countries Parents’ Day activities and games are organized by clubs and other communities. The idea and celebrations behind the festival may vary from one place to other but the zeal behind the event remains same everywhere.

Also known as: Parents' Day and National Parents' Day.

Parents' Day Celebrations around the world:
Parents' Day in India
Parents' Day in United States
Parents' Day in Vietnam