National Limerick Day
May 12, Monday
Why May 12?
This date was chosen in honor of the birthday of Edward Lear, a British writer and artist who popularized limericks in the 19th century through his book "A Book of Nonsense."
Goals of the celebration
- To honor Edward Lear’s contribution to literature and culture
- To encourage creativity and a love for humorous poetry
- To develop literary skills through the light and playful form of limericks
- To bring people joy through wordplay and humor
How is it celebrated?
- Writing original limericks and posting them on social media
- Holding competitions for the best limerick
- Reading works by Edward Lear and other nonsense literature authors
- Organizing poetry readings and workshops
Why is it important?
Limericks foster creativity, humor, and a love of language, making them especially valuable in both children’s and adult education.