People around the world celebrated Buddha Day, also known as Vesak, on May 12. The holiday honors the birth of Buddha.
Some people visited temples. Some gave out flowers and food. Others washed Buddha statues with water. People wore white clothes and spoke kind words. They lit candles and prayed for peace.
Many children learned about being kind. It was a happy day for families. People smiled and helped others. Buddha Day was a very special day.
Luis Apolo Staff Reporter kids/1747018332/1613368265
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