Fun activities to go with your favorite Dr. Seuss books

Doctor Seuss Day, celebrated on March 2nd, is a whimsical and enchanting occasion that offers ESL teachers a marvelous opportunity to engage students in a lesson that celebrates creativity, imagination, and the magic of storytelling while enhancing language skills. This commemoration invites exploration of rhymes, storytelling, and the vibrant world of Dr. Seuss.

Understanding Doctor Seuss Day

Doctor Seuss Day commemorates the birthday of Theodor Seuss Geisel, widely known as Dr. Seuss, the beloved children's book author. It's a celebration of his legacy in promoting literacy, creativity, and imagination through his iconic books.



Language Skills and Activities

Vocabulary Enrichment: Introduce Dr. Seuss-themed vocabulary such as rhyme, imagination, whimsy, characters' names from his books, and terms related to storytelling and creativity. Use excerpts from Dr. Seuss books to reinforce these vocabulary terms.

Reading and Comprehension: Select excerpts from Dr. Seuss's books like "The Cat in the Hat" or "Green Eggs and Ham." Conduct reading sessions followed by discussions or comprehension tasks, exploring the themes and messages within these imaginative stories.

Writing Tasks: Encourage students to write their own rhymes, create stories inspired by Dr. Seuss's style, or compose poems that celebrate creativity and imagination. This exercise nurtures language skills while encouraging creative expression.



Dr. Seuss-themed Activities and Celebrations

Character Dress-Up: Encourage students to dress up as their favorite Dr. Seuss characters, bringing the magical world of Seuss to life in the classroom.

Storytelling Sessions: Host storytelling sessions where students take turns reading aloud or retelling their favorite Dr. Seuss stories, fostering language fluency and expression.



Interactive Activities

Artistic Expressions: Engage students in creating artwork inspired by Dr. Seuss's illustrations or characters, encouraging imaginative and colorful displays.

Seussical Performances: Organize performances or skits where students act out scenes from Dr. Seuss books, encouraging creativity and language practice through role-play.

Reflective Discussions

Imagination and Creativity: Initiate discussions on the power of imagination, creativity, and the importance of storytelling in sparking young minds.


Life Lessons from Dr. Seuss: Encourage conversations about the valuable lessons embedded in Dr. Seuss's stories, such as perseverance, diversity, and acceptance.

Our favourite books:

"Green Eggs and Ham": 

Make your own green eggs and ham by adding food coloring to scrambled eggs and cooking ham slices. See if you like them as much as Sam-I-Am!

"The Cat in the Hat": 

Create your own Cat in the Hat hat by decorating a red and white striped hat with pom-poms, feathers, and other craft supplies.

"Oh, the Places You'll Go!": 

Plan a pretend trip to a far-off land using maps, travel brochures, and your imagination.

"Horton Hears a Who!": 

Make your own Who-ville using cardboard, paint, and glitter. Don't forget to include a tiny speck of dust!

"Fox in Socks": 

Have a tongue-twister competition with your friends and family using phrases from the book.

"The Lorax": 

Plant your own mini-garden or tree and learn about the importance of taking care of the environment.

"How the Grinch Stole Christmas!": 

Make Grinch-inspired treats like green cookies, Grinch punch, and Who-hash.

"Yertle the Turtle": 

Build your own tower of turtles using paper plates, cups, and other materials.

"One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish": 

Go on a scavenger hunt for things that match the colors in the book.

"Mr. Brown Can Moo! Can You?": 

Practice making different animal noises and see if your friends can guess which animal you're imitating.

"The Sneetches": 

Have a Sneetches-themed relay race where teams have to pass a ball or object back and forth without dropping it.

"Hunches in Bunches": 

Make a list of your wildest and craziest ideas, just like the main character in the book.

"If I Ran the Zoo": 

Design your own zoo exhibit or habitat for your favorite animal.

"The Foot Book": 

Play a game of "Foot Match" where players have to match different types of shoes to the correct foot.

"The Butter Battle Book": 

Learn about different cultures and conflicts around the world by reading about real-life events and discussing them with your family and friends.

"I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!": 

Practice your reading skills by reading out loud to a pet or stuffed animal.

"There's a Wocket in My Pocket!": 

Make your own pocket-sized creature using felt, pom-poms, and other craft supplies.

Celebrating Doctor Seuss Day in ESL classes offers a fantastical journey into the world of imagination and storytelling. By integrating language exercises, discussions on creativity, interactive activities, and reflective conversations, educators create an enchanting learning experience that not only enhances language skills but also fosters a deep appreciation for the wonderment of storytelling and the boundless world of imagination.

As we celebrate Doctor Seuss Day, let's inspire students to dream, imagine, and embark on adventures through the captivating stories of Dr. Seuss, embracing the magic and joy found within the pages of his beloved books.