Back-to-School Traditions Around the World

The first day of school has arrived. Many families have traditions. Some families take a picture to start each year. Others have a special breakfast.     

There are different traditions in different countries. Here are some examples!   

These Japanese children are wearing randoseru. A randoseru is a type of backpack. Randoseru are tough. Students use the same one for their first six years. Randoseru are useful. If you fall, the backpack is a cushion. If you are in water, the backpack floats.  

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In India, the first day of school is called Admission Day. Schools welcome students back. They have drumbeats. They have dances. They have poetry. They do activities like decorating the school. Students also receive gifts. It rains heavily in India. Many students get umbrellas.

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In Germany, families give students a large cone. The cone is filled with candy, chocolates, and toys. Students decorate their cones. They bring them to the first day of school.  

What Do You Think? Do you have any special traditions for the first day of school? If so, what are they? If not, can you think of any traditions you would like to start?   

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