Here are 10 key things you need to know about the European Day of Languages!

1. The European Day of Languages is celebrated annually on 26 September.

2. It is a Europe-wide celebration of language and culture involving 47 countries.

3. It is an initiative organised by the Council of Europe.

4. It is coordinated in the UK by CILT, the National Centre for Languages.

5. 2011 is the 10th European Day of Languages.

6. The first European Day of Languages was held in the European Year of Languages in 2001.

7. It has a European website - http://edl.ecml.at/

8. It's a celebration of all languages, not just European ones.

9. Everyone can get involved! Take a look at our suggested activities for more ideas on how to celebrate.

10. It's brilliant fun!