Traditions in kindergarten: celebrate festivals and convey values

Traditions in kindergarten: celebrate festivals and convey values

On December 9, 2024, the education spokesman for the ÖVP, Harald Zierfuß, made a clear position on an incident that caused excitement in a school in the 9th district. The traditional Santa Claus celebration was canceled there on December 6th so as not to "confuse" the "new Austrians". Instead, the school celebrated a "star festival". Ornamental foot criticized that this type of supposed tolerance was not only misunderstood, but also contra-intuitive. He explained that celebrating Christian festivals in educational institutions was crucial for understanding and appreciation of the cultural and historical identity that characterizes Austria. This is particularly important for children with various religious backgrounds to convey orientation and values, such as compassion and gratitude that are important for their personal development.

important cultural occasions in kindergarten

In addition, regular celebrations are also practiced in kindergartens that make up a significant part of the annual cycle. These mean that children are introduced into rituals and traditions early on that are closely linked to the respective date. Studies show that festivals such as Christmas, Easter, Saint Martin and many more, not only give joy to the children, but also strengthen their sense of community. It enables the little ones to better understand the seasons and to actively participate in the preparations. This is also confirmed by the Protkita-Portal , which emphasizes how important these events are for learning and experiencing community.

A well -planned holiday in kindergarten not only combines children, but also parents and educators to create shared experiences. With handicrafts, songs, dances and the exchange of cultural backgrounds, a space is created here that promotes diversity and cohesion. At a time when cultural identity is becoming increasingly important, such events are not only a highlight in kindergarten, but also a necessary bridge for integration and understanding a variety of traditions.