Here are some Dr. Seuss day ideas to celebrate the author’s birthday at home and online.
Most people don’t need an excuse for a party, especially during this never-ending pandemic. Dr. Seuss’ birthday is March 2, making it the perfect day to celebrate one of the most beloved children’s authors. He has touched the lives of both adults and kids through his rhyming children’s books. Use our list of Dr. Seuss birthday ideas to commemorate the day with the kids.
Ideas to Celebrate Dr. Seuss’ Birthday at Home
Make green eggs and ham.
Since Green Eggs and Ham was published, parents have been trying to find a version of this meal that kids will actually eat. This recipe promises that kids will eat the dish that they read about. Try them, try them and you may…like them! Yes, you may like them. I say!
Dress up in Dr. Seuss-themed items.
Get inspired by the attire in Dr. Seuss’ books. You can even hold a fashion show right in your living room.
- Wear stripes like in the Cat in the Hat.
- Show off your socks like the Fox in Socks.
- Don the Cat in the Hat’s favorite colors—red and white.
- Wear a shirt inside out and socks on top of pants in honor of Wacky Wednesday.
Watch a movie with your family.
These films are all based on Dr. Seuss tales. (All ratings and reviews listed below are courtesy Common Sense Media.)
Dr. Seuss’ Horton Hears a Who!
Recommended ages: 4 and older
Available on: Amazon, Google Play, iTunes, Vudu, and YouTube
Beloved elephant Horton lives peacefully in the Jungle of Nool. One day, he hears a call for help from a teeny, tiny speck, which he places on a clover. That speck is home to Whoville and its citizens, the Whos.
The Lorax
Recommended ages: 5 and older
Available on: Amazon, Google Play, iTunes, Vudu, and YouTube
A 12-year-old boy searches for the one thing that will help him land the girl of his dreams. To find it, he must discover the story of the Lorax, the grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.
How the Grinch Stole Christmas
Recommended ages: 8 and older
Available on: Amazon, Google Play, iTunes, Vudu, and YouTube
On the outskirts of Whoville lives a green Grinch who plans to ruin Christmas for citizens of the town. That is until he is befriended by Little Cindy Lou Who.
Read a book with your family.
Below are just a few of Dr. Seuss’ beloved tales. Even adults will have a hard time not laughing as they read these whimsical rhyming tales.
The Cat in the Hat
Recommended ages: 4 and older
This story uses simple words and basic rhymes that will delight readers. Kids get to meet Cat in the Hat and his troublemaking friends, Thing 1 and Thing 2.
Wacky Wednesday
Recommended ages: 3 and older
From a shoe stuck on the ceiling to tigers at school to flying cars, this isn’t your average Wednesday. Kids will love counting the crazy things they see on each page in this book.
Ten Apples Up on Top
Recommended ages: 3 and older
Three animal friends practice balancing apples on their heads in this introduction to counting. Just don’t let the apples drop.
