April 23

Take Our Kids To Work Day

Encourage your kids to explore their future career paths on Take Our Kids To Work Day - let them experience the world of work firsthand!

Yearly Date

Fourth Thursday in April

Observed in

United States

Introduction

Mark your calendars for Take Our Kids To Work Day, which occurs on the fourth Thursday in April! This special day was created to help kids explore their career options and gain valuable insight into the workplace. It's a great opportunity for parents and kids alike to learn about different professions that may interest them in the future. Plus, kids get to experience first-hand what it's like to work in a professional environment – from attending meetings and making presentations, to understanding company policies and procedures. Get ready for an exciting day full of new experiences!

Take Our Kids To Work Day Timeline

1920s

Career Exploration Emergence

Early forms of career education programs began to emerge in schools across the United States, fostering an interest in career exploration among students.

1940s

Career Day Origins

Many schools began hosting "Career Day" events, inviting guests from different professions to speak to students about their jobs.

1960s

Job Shadowing Starts

The practice of "job shadowing" began to gain popularity, where students accompany professionals for a day to learn about their job.

1993

Take Our Daughters To Work Day

The Ms. Foundation for Women created "Take Our Daughters To Work Day", specifically encouraging girls to explore different careers.

2003

Inclusion of Boys

The program was expanded to include boys, changing the name to "Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day".

Present

Annual Event

Take Our Sons and Daughters To Work Day is celebrated annually on the fourth Thursday of April in many countries around the world.

How to Celebrate Take Our Kids To Work Day

1 Plan an outing

Take your kids to work with you and plan an outing afterwards. Show them around your workplace, introduce them to your colleagues and then head out for lunch or something fun to do.

2 Organize a special activity

If you're able, organize something special for the day. Maybe it's a scavenger hunt around the office, or a game of charades in the lunchroom. Let your kids help out by coming up with ideas.

3 Teach a skill

Show your kids the skills you use on the job, whether it's typing on the computer, filing papers, or making coffee. You can teach them how to do something that you do every day.

4 Visit another workplace

Take your kids to visit another workplace and let them experience what it's like to work in a different field. This could be anything from visiting a factory or farm to exploring a museum or art gallery.

5 Share career advice

Share your career advice with your kids on Take Our Kids To Work Day. Talk to them about their dreams and ambitions and give them tips on how to pursue their goals.

Why We Love Take Our Kids To Work Day

It teaches kids about the working world

Take Our Kids To Work Day offers a unique opportunity for children to learn firsthand what it's like to work in a real office or job site. From witnessing interactions with employees, customers and clients, to understanding the dynamics of team projects, this one-day event can help kids think outside the box and recognize the importance of hard work.

It develops life skills

Taking part in a professional work environment helps children develop important life skills such as problem-solving, communication, decision-making and interpersonal skills. These experiences will come in handy when they enter adulthood and become responsible for their own career or business.

It gives kids an exciting day outside of school

Not only is Take Our Kids To Work Day educational and beneficial, but it also offers a much needed break from school - letting kids experience something new and exciting! For one day only, they'll have the chance to step out of their daily routine and explore another branch of learning. It's sure to be a memorable experience they won't soon forget!