Roald Dahl Day is celebrated annually on September 13th, the birthday of the beloved children’s author.
Introducing Roald Dahl Day in early years settings offers a fantastic opportunity to foster a love of reading, stimulate creativity, and engage young children in the magic of Roald Dahl’s imaginative stories.
Here are some ideas for celebrating Roald Dahl Day in early years settings:
Storytime: Select age-appropriate Roald Dahl books, such as “The Enormous Crocodile,” “Fantastic Mr. Fox,” or “The Giraffe and the Pelly and Me,” and read them aloud to the children. You can also use audiobooks or animated adaptations of his stories to make the experience more engaging.
Dress-up day: Encourage children and staff to come dressed as their favourite Roald Dahl characters. This can spark discussions about the different characters and stories, and help children practice their communication and social skills.
Art and craft activities: Organize art and craft activities inspired by Roald Dahl’s stories. Children can create their own illustrations based on their favorite characters, design bookmarks, or make masks and props to re-enact scenes from the stories.
By incorporating Roald Dahl Day celebrations into your early years settings, educators can instil a love of reading, stimulate creativity, and provide engaging and meaningful experiences for young children.
