The reason isn't really because it's Valentine's Day. The reason is really because most schools will try to think of activities that they think that all the children will enjoy (at the same time satisfying the parents) doing together (teaching stuff like team work, sharing, etc.)
Cakes just happen to be something that are popular with children, as well as adults. The day/event is kind of used to help children think on a theme. It's also a more 'responsible' excuse/reason to satisfy parents, rather than just say, 'Let's have cake because we just feel like having some every month.' Some teachers will use the day/event as some theme reason, but others may choose to do something like a 'baking day' every month, where the children will take turns adding ingredients or stirring, etc.
From what I recall, in North American schools, Valentine's Day isn't just about lovers; it's about caring and loving. This would involve activities for the child to show that they cared/loved their family/friends/classmates.
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The reason isn't really because it's Valentine's Day. The reason is really because most schools will try to think of activities that they think that all the children will enjoy (at the same time satisfying the parents) doing together (teaching stuff like team work, sharing, etc.)
Cakes just happen to be something that are popular with children, as well as adults. The day/event is kind of used to help children think on a theme. It's also a more 'responsible' excuse/reason to satisfy parents, rather than just say, 'Let's have cake because we just feel like having some every month.' Some teachers will use the day/event as some theme reason, but others may choose to do something like a 'baking day' every month, where the children will take turns adding ingredients or stirring, etc.
From what I recall, in North American schools, Valentine's Day isn't just about lovers; it's about caring and loving. This would involve activities for the child to show that they cared/loved their family/friends/classmates.