International Scribble Day 2023: Date, History, Facts about Power of Doodling

International Scribble Day is observed annually on March 27 and is a celebration of the creativity and art associated with scribbling, which can be performed by anyone regardless of artistic ability. So, the last time you scribbled aimlessly to alleviate boredom, you may not have been aware that there is a day dedicated to this stress-relieving activity.

The background of International Scribble Day

Scribbling is sometimes referred to as doodling, and the terms are frequently used interchangeably. However, there is a subtle distinction between the acts and the origins of the terms.

The origin of the word scribble can be traced back to the Latin verb scribere, which means to write. To scribble is to quickly write letters or phrases, frequently in an illegible manner. In contrast, doodle refers to drawing or amateur art. Etymologically, the term doodle is derived from the German words ‘Dudeltopf’ or ‘Dudeldop’, which mean’simple’.

Students under stress scribble in their notebooks, whereas students who are restless and daydreaming in class create doodles.

International Scribble Day was established in 2019 by Diane Alber, author of “I’m NOT Just a Scribble.” The day’s origins are relatively recent, as the holiday was founded in 2019. The book is about compassion and acceptance, as exemplified by the adorable character Scribble, and it encourages children of all artistic abilities to create art. Teachers reacted positively to Diane’s Facebook post announcing her intention to establish National Scribble Day, so she proceeded with the initiative.

Typically, the day is observed in schools, where children participate in various activities to construct their own version of Scribble. International scrawl Day promotes scribbling because every artist began with a scrawl!

5 FACTS ABOUT THE POWER OF DOODLING

Doodling facilitates the retrieval of information buried in our subconscious.

Doodling is a form of mental exercise that aids in the engagement and processing of complex thoughts and ideas.

Stress caused by work, school, or everyday pressures can be alleviated by drawing.

Doodling during a lecture or meeting provides the brain with a visual method to remember and comprehend information.

Important as it is to give the brain a break, doodling relieves the brain and calms the nerves.

INTERNATIONAL SCRIBBLE DAY DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	March 27	Monday
2024	March 27	Wednesday
2025	March 27	Thursday
2026	March 27	Friday
2027	March 27	Saturday