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Let’s Learn About Danny DeVito Day

As we discussed last month, if you’re looking for a heroic Italian American antidote to Columbus-esque fascism, with an example of healthy, kind masculinity in a tenacious, generous, and funny role model with a disability, I vote we elevate Danny DeVito Day to an unofficial national holiday.

There are no Danny DeVito books that are appropriate for young readers. There are, however, a ridiculous amount of coloring books, cardboard cutouts, cheery rainbow tapestries, paint-by-number kits, sequin pillows, and even a fanny pack and slippers ensemble.

With the right decor, the holiday just makes itself.

When is it?

• 17th of each November (his birthday)

Additional resources to dig deeper into this topic:

• Columbus-Free Kids Books About Italian Heritage & Culture
• Kids Books Modeling Healthy Masculinity
• Tenacious Instigators: Kids Books Celebrating Disabled Heroes & more books on Disability History