ABC Countdown to the Last Day of School: Letter Uu is Unicorn Day
Letter Uu is Unicorn Day!
Unicorn Day in Kindergarten can be a magical and whimsical celebration! Here are ten enchanting ideas to make Unicorn Day memorable:
- Dress-Up: Encourage children to wear unicorn-themed clothing or costumes, such as unicorn t-shirts, headbands with unicorn horns, or sparkly tutus in pastel colors.
- Crafts: Set up craft stations where children can make unicorn-themed crafts, such as unicorn masks, paper plate unicorns, or rainbow unicorn horns using construction paper and glitter.
- Storytime: Read books about unicorns, such as “Uni the Unicorn” by Amy Krouse Rosenthal or “Thelma the Unicorn” by Aaron Blabey. Discuss the magical qualities of unicorns and the themes of friendship and acceptance in the stories.
- Magical Music and Movement: Play mystical music and lead the children in unicorn-inspired movement activities, such as prancing like unicorns, galloping around the room, or fluttering like unicorn wings.
- Rainbow Snacks: Serve rainbow-themed snacks like fruit skewers, rainbow-colored popcorn, and unicorn-shaped cookies. Use colorful plates and napkins to enhance the magical atmosphere.
- Garden: Create a unicorn garden in the outdoor play area with colorful flowers, rainbow streamers, and unicorn-themed decorations. Children can pretend to search for unicorns and magical creatures in the garden.
- Science Experiments: Conduct simple science experiments with a unicorn twist, such as making rainbow-colored slime, creating fizzy unicorn potions with baking soda and vinegar, or exploring the science of prisms and rainbows.
- Dance Party: Host a dance party with glittery decorations, disco lights, and upbeat music. Encourage children to dance and twirl like magical unicorns on the dance floor.
- Games: Play unicorn-themed games like Pin the Horn on the Unicorn, Unicorn Ring Toss, or Unicorn Freeze Dance. These games promote gross motor skills and teamwork while adding to the festive atmosphere.
- Parade: End the day with a unicorn parade around the classroom or schoolyard. Children can dress up as unicorns and parade with banners, ribbons, and colorful flags, spreading joy and magic to everyone around.
Stories for Unicorn Day in Kindergarten
Let’s listen to this story called, “Unicorn Day”.
Let’s move our bodies and get some exercise!
Are unicorns real? What do you think?
Games for Celebrating Unicorn Day in Kindergarten
Here’s one more story about unicorns.
Let’s practice the letter U!
These activities will inspire imagination, creativity, and a sense of wonder in children as they celebrate the mythical world of unicorns. Unicorn Day in Kindergarten is a special day for children to embrace their inner magic and believe in the power of imagination.
The themes of these days were chosen by my Kindergarteners during online learning. Here are the links to our 26 days:
