Grab your collection of Dr. Seuss books, journey to Whoville, or take your chances in Thneedville. You will meet the Grinch, the Lorax, and that funny Cat in the Hat, because it’s a birthday celebration and you’re invited to celebrate the man who loved to rhyme: Dr. Seuss.
“Oh the things you can find, if
you don’t stay behind!”
-Dr. Seuss
10 Fun Ways to Celebrate Read Across America Week with a Dr. Seuss Theme
Celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday is a nationwide reading caravan that takes place annually. Here are some awesome ways you can jump into reading with the help of Dr. Seuss.
- National Read Across America Day! This day is celebrated each year on March 2nd, which just so happens to be Dr. Seuss’s birthday. But don’t stop there. Make the weak fun with these social media posts that your family and friends are sure to enjoy.
Costume Time – Be a character for a day! Pinterest has you covered! Pick your favorite character and let the creativity begin. Post it on Instagram and tag Dallas Moms.- The Cat in the Hat Fun – Oh, the possibilities and the adventure you will find with that funny cat in that big hat! This activity list is endless. My kids absolutely love their Cat in the Hat fruit snacks. It is so simple, strawberries and bananas on a skewer topped with whipped cream for extra fun!
- Write a story. We all have some imagination tucked away inside! Pull out the laughs with these 20 amazing Dr. Seuss-themed writing prompts.
- Handprint Art. Here’s a great way to do a small art project that is easy and fun! Just a little paint is all you need!
- Truffula Trees. Use some straws, candy melts, marshmallows, and colored sugar to create the most adorable marshmallow Truffula Tree from Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax. Dip the top of the marshmallow into the candy melts and decorate! Yummy. No worries if marshmallows are just not your thing, Truffula Tree art is absolutely fun see Art for Kids Hub for more!!!!
- Zamp in My Lamp! Yes, a zamp in the lamp!!! There is a Wocket in My Pocket, which is absolutely funny, and this 30-minute craft will make everyone laugh.
- Write a Poem. Make someone smile with a lyrical poem inspired by the rhymes of Seuss. This is also a great way to practice writing for early readers. Hey kids, write your poem in a box and read it to a fox!
- Dr. Seuss Biography Study. You will be inspired by the life of Dr. Seuss and Amazon has you covered! Who Was Dr. Seuss, by Janet Pascal, and Oh, the Places He Went, by Maryann Weidt are my favorite Dr. Seuss biographies for kids. We plan to get Judy Sierra’s Imagine That and Kate Klimo’s Dr. Seuss the Great Doodler to add to our collection.
- Have a Dr. Seuss Party! Hey, I had to save the best for last. Party Time! Plan a Birthday Party with these great ideas. Click here for free party printables and so much more!
Looking for more? Visit Seussville for more ways to celebrate.
