For the first time, the Children's Day was celebrated for about 60 yearsback. At that time, the protection of the rights, life and health of children was declared one of the highest priorities of the UN. To date, this holiday is celebrated annually in more than 30 countries - discussions and speeches about the welfare and rights of the child, all sorts of activities for children and their parents, various festivals and competitions.

Naturally, World Children's Day isan excellent occasion for the holiday, but, besides this, also an occasion to reflect. Recall that it is necessary to respect and respect the rights of every child - a small man, for whom adults should be in charge.

It is necessary to remember those children who are protectedleast - children with disabilities; orphans; children who survived violence; children with severe and rare diseases; children who are forced to work, not learn; neglected and street children. They are always close to us and just like our own, they want a little attention and care.

Features of celebrating Children's Day

Despite the fact that Children's Day is not aofficial holiday, he, for many years, is regularly celebrated in many countries of the world. At this time, various events are organized in parks, squares, educational institutions. Many parents on this day find a bit of their time to go with the child to relax and have fun, thereby making the baby happy. On the holiday, Children's Day is more fun than ever with childish laughter, smiles, joy and fun.

And of course, on this day at amusement parks and cinemas the longest lines are built, where happy children eat ice cream and have fun.

Holiday Symbols

It is interesting that Children's Day isa holiday that differs not only in an abundance of laughter and joy, but also in the presence of its own flag. The green color of the flag indicates growth, harmony, freshness and fertility; The globe is the symbol of a common home for every child; and the stylized figures of children of all possible colors speak about understanding and tolerance.

Holiday for every child

Despite the fact that the Children's Dayis characterized by a feeling of a universal holiday that is in the air, it must be remembered that in our country there is a huge number of children who need protection and support. Unfortunately, not for all children on June 1 is a festive and cheerful day.

It is foolish to think that a normal and happyonly those children who live in "hot spots" or countries of the third world are deprived of their childhood. An incredible number of children who do not find caring and understanding, live next to us. To understand the full burden and pain of their existence, sometimes it's enough just to look into their faces. And remember that even the most ordinary smile or the word of support is able to give you a happy look and the most sincere smile in return.

Children of Russia

In our country there are more than 35 millionchildren, however, only 12 percent are really healthy. According to the Ministry of Health of the Russian Federation over the past 10 years, the number of children suffering from serious mental disorders has increased by 25 percent. Hence the frequent incidents of uncontrolled aggression, vandalism or suicide attempts. On the territory of Moscow, there are several attempts of teenage suicide every day.

In our country there are more than 750,000 orphans, while 95 percent of them have living parents. The number of orphans in the country increases every year by 15,000 children.

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs in our country for every 100 underage children there are 2 homeless children.

Well, to complement the whole picture, it should beremember that in our country every year, about 2,000 children die as a result of ill-treatment, and approximately 100,000 children are each year subjected to violence by adults ...