Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!

Dear Diary,

Tomorrow, kids across the country will attend the biggest birthday bash of the year in honor of Dr. Suess.  Where’s the party?  In your living room!  By using your imagination, you can transform your home into Suessville and celebrate Read Across America Day.  Here’s how:

1.  Grab Your Hat & Read With the Cat

Put on a silly hat, and read your favorite Suess story.  Invite your children’s friend’s over for a story hour, or snuggle up with your little one and flip through the pages at a private party. Then discuss what you read.  Ask everyone to share their favorite parts of the story.  What made them giggle?  With a could of crayons and a few pieces of paper, let your children design their own book covers, or pen part two to the tale.

2.  Scramble Some Green Eggs & Ham

Unlike the character in the beloved book, you’ll love this recipe I came across on Martha Stewart’s website.  It’s sure to have your kids asking for a second helping of vegetables.

3. Hold a Dr. Suess Rap Off 

The lyrical master’s rhymes have caught the attention of modern-day musicians.  Rappers Slick Rick, Run DMC , Ja Rule and Nelly all reference Suess’ sing-song style.  Pass the microphone (or hairbrush  around and put your rhyming skills to the test. Hold a contest to see who can repeat a portion of the story the fastest without stumbling.

Hey DFTM Fam–What’s your favorite Dr. Suess tale?  How do you make story time memorable?