In honor of Dr. Seuss' Birthday try these activities...
The Cat in the Hat
After reading this timeless and iconic favorite, follow-up by playing your own version of UP, UP, UP with a Fish! You can use balls or bean bags to represent “the fish” and toss with a partner, stepping backward after each catch. Or you can simply add physical tasks, one on the other. Stand on one foot. Now hop! Now reach one hand up like you’re holding a fish bowl. Now fan yourself with the other hand. Oh, no! Everyone fall down! Great for large motor skills!
The Foot Book
This is always a favorite book for children of all ages. Extend by painting with your feet! Use the same materials you would for finger painting, but use your toes (or entire feet) instead. Have children sit in a chair and paint on the paper on the floor, or roll out some big sheets of paper and let them run with painted feet! Have a wash bin and towels handy!
Green Eggs and Ham
Do I have to say it? Make some green eggs! Just add a little green food coloring (maybe even play around with color mixing by adding blue to the yellow eggs). Involve the little ones and build vocabulary by using good descriptors as you work. Emphasize the change from liquid to solid as you crack, whip, cook, and serve! Or try using a scoop of lime sherbet surrounded by cool whip for an easy alternative. I do so love green eggs and ham!
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