International Dot Day
International Dot Day, held on or around 15 September, invites schools and families to celebrate creativity and courage inspired by the book The Dot.
- UK
- USA
- International
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Last checked19 October 2026
First held2009
About the day
The day began in 2009 when a teacher shared Peter H. Reynolds' picture book The Dot with his class on 15 September. It is run by the Reynolds Center for Teaching, Learning and Creativity, which offers a free educator handbook to registered schools.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Wednesday 15 September 2027 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2028 | Friday 15 September 2028 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
| 2029 | Saturday 15 September 2029 | UK, USA, International | Same date every year |
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