National Coloring Day

National Coloring Day is dedicated to coloring pictures and is on September 14th. Don’t think this is just for kids. Studies have shown that coloring pictures can relieve stress. You will be distracted from your daily worries and spend several hours creating a beautiful drawing.

History

The first coloring books were created at the end of the 19th century for schoolchildren and were manufactured by a company now owned by the Milton Bradley Company. The main goal was to develop artistic skills in children and make their pastime educational. Coloring contour pictures has a beneficial effect on brain function, as children mentally imagine the drawing in reality and decide which colors to use.

Over time, such books with contour drawings gained immense popularity. Millions of parents started buying them for their kids and even coloring with them. In 2010, some psychotherapists began prescribing coloring pages to their patients. Their use has been shown to reduce anxiety and increase concentration.

Today, there are various forms of coloring pages, including applications for smartphones and computers. However, there is nothing quite like hearing the rustle of paper and selecting the right pencils or crayons!

Interesting facts

• In South Korea, coloring is so popular that famous pop stars release their own coloring books.
• The first psychologist who proposed the use of coloring books for brain development and relieving nervous tension was Carl Jung.
• In many countries, there are coloring clubs where people meet to pursue their favorite hobby and then share the results and socialize.

How to take part

Gather together with friends and family for coloring pictures. If you want to be in harmony with yourself, make yourself tea or coffee and devote this day to your favorite pastime. Learn more about the history of coloring pages, read the results of numerous studies, and don’t forget to share this holiday on social networks.

When is National Coloring Day in 2024?

National Coloring Day is observed on September 14 each year.

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