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Ninth edition of Mud Day was a celebration

Published Jul 01, 2020

On 29 June, more than 2,500 childcare locations and primary schools organised activities in the mud during the ninth edition of Mud Day for more than 90,000 children. They let loose with Mud Paint, searched through the mud, put Mud Dishes on the menu and, of course, played, smeared and splashed around in the mud.

Ninth edition of Mud Day was a celebration

During Mud Day, children discover what mud is, how they can play with it and what their connection with the earth means to them.

International Mud Day

The idea for International Mud Day arose at a World Forum meeting in 2009, with the aim of giving children the essential positive experiences of nature.

Marc Veekamp (IVN) brought Mud Day to the Netherlands in 2013 and developed it further together with Schuttelaar and partners. Internationally, Mud Day is celebrated annually not only in the Netherlands but also in Nepal, Australia, Scotland, England, Tanzania, Bangladesh, Mexico, Flanders and the United States.

Top 10 Mud Day posts on Instagram

During Mud Day 2020, social media went wild. The most fun mud photos and videos were shared. People painted, rummaged, smeared and much more. IVN created a top 10 of posts on Instagram.

Do you have a fun mud photo? Share the photo with @ivnnatuureductatie on Instagram.

Ten tips for the Golden Weeks in primary education

After every holiday, a group goes through certain phases in the process of group formation. The first weeks at the beginning of the school year are called the Golden Weeks. These weeks are particularly suitable for laying a foundation for good group formation and a pleasant atmosphere. Stichting School & Veiligheid offers ten tips.

Our Food Week

From 3 to 10 October 2026, it is Our Food Week. A great opportunity to focus with your class at primary school on where our food comes from, how it is made and why healthy and sustainable choices are important. Food education allows pupils not only to learn, but especially to experience. That is why various organisations are joining forces to support schools with inspiring activities, teaching materials and practical tools. Examples include the Mayors’ Breakfast, a free visit to a farm, or shopping vouchers for cooking in the classroom.

Join National Tap Water Day 2026 on 30 September!

Would you like more water to be drunk in the new school year? Then put tap water in the spotlight with your class as a healthy and sustainable thirst quencher during National Tap Water Day on Wednesday 30 September. This way, your pupils will discover why tap water is healthy and how to turn it into a festive drink!

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