International Scribble Day 2024: Date, Theme, History, and Significance

Every year, Scribble Day is observed on March 27. It marks the creativity and the art associated with scribbling. You can scribble your artistic abilities. The day is about to celebrate the stress-releasing act of scribbling.

History of International Scribble Day

The word scribble is associated with the Latin ‘scribere,’ which means ‘to write’. Doodle was derived from the German ‘Dudeltopf’ or ‘Dudeldop,’ meaning ‘simpleton’. Doodle is about drawing or amateur art.

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In 2019, Diane Alber, author of “I’m NOT Just a Scribble” created International Scribble Day. “I’m NOT Just a Scribble” book highlights kindness and acceptance, demonstrated by a cute character, Scribble, and encourages children to create art no matter their ability. She shared a Facebook post about her idea of beginning a National Scribble Day.

How to celebrate International Scribble Day

Make your scribbles – On this day, you can make your scribbles by using crayons, markers, and other art supplies. You can do it with your family members.

Plan an event – People can conduct the Scribble Day activities at your school or college. You can even start with a Scribble Starter Pack and get as creative with the activities

Post on social media – You can also use #NationalScribbleDay to share your scribbles on social media to encourage people to participate.

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International Scribble Day Timeline

• 1493 – Leonardo da Vinci scribbles in his tiny notebook.
• 1600s – The word ‘doodle’ was used for the first time.
• 1936 – The word ‘doodle’ was used in the film “Mr. Deeds Goes to Town.”
• 2017 – The first book on scribbling, “I’m NOT Just a Scribble,” written by Diane Alber was published.

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