Mother’s day was celebrated Sunday, May 10, 2026. It’s a day to celebrate mothers by showing gratitude and love towards them, as well as honoring them for everything they provide.

Before Mothers day became such a special holiday, it was originally created as an anti-war movement. The first version of mothers day was established by Julia Ward Howe in 1870. It was created for mothers to fight for peace and protest the civil war.

Years later, mothers day was successfully founded by Anna Jarvis to honor her mother in the early 20th century. In 1914, it became an official US holiday established by President Woodrow Wilson, and is now celebrated on the second Sunday of May.

This holiday is known worldwide as a floral holiday, and is represented by carnations; a flower chosen by Anna Jarvis. Since flowers are one of the most popular gifts given on mothers day, carnations, roses, tulips, and peonies are also very popular.

Some other popular gifts on mothers day include cards, jewelry, or handmade gifts. In younger grades, like kindergarten, teachers often help kids make something special. They will come home with decorated flower pots, coupon books, or hand print art.

Popular activities on mothers day include going to a favorite restaurant, going out for breakfast going on a hike, going out for ice cream, or just relaxing and spending time with family.

From flowers and handmade gifts, to hikes or breakfast with families, mothers day is filled with love, and a day to celebrate and honor your mother.