School days can feel long—or entirely too short.
But reaching the 100th day is a milestone worth a little confetti! Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or just someone interested—these ideas will ensure that your celebration is as memorable as a student’s first A+!
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Counting to 100:
One of the most popular activities for celebrating the 100th day of school is counting to 100. Preschoolers can participate in a variety of counting activities that help reinforce their understanding of numbers and counting skills. For example, teachers can have students count out 100 objects, such as beads or blocks, and then organize them into groups of ten. They can also create a counting chart that allows students to track their progress as they count up to 100.
Making 100 Day Crowns:
Another fun activity for celebrating the 100th day of school is creating 100th day crowns. Preschoolers can create their own crowns using construction paper, markers, stickers, and other materials. Teachers can encourage students to count out 100 stickers or draw 100 dots on their crowns. This activity not only helps students celebrate the 100th day of school but also promotes creativity and fine motor skills.
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100 Day Snack Mix:
A tasty way to celebrate the 100th day of school is by creating a snack mix with 100 pieces. Teachers can provide a variety of snacks, such as pretzels, cereal, raisins, and chocolate chips, and have students count out 100 pieces to create their own snack mix. This activity not only reinforces counting skills but also allows preschoolers to practice their sorting and fine motor skills as they mix and match their snack choices.
Create a 100-Item Collection:
Challenge students to bring 100 items from home to display. It could be anything from 100 pennies to 100 toy dinosaurs! Each student can share about their collection, turning it into a show-and-tell extravaganza!
This activity builds counting skills and sparks conversations. Who doesn’t love an opportunity to show off the quirkiest collections?
Tip: Use this as a chance to discuss concepts like estimating and grouping—mathematics in disguise!
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100 Day Exercise Challenge:
To celebrate the 100th day of school, teachers can lead students in a fun exercise challenge that involves doing 100 repetitions of different exercises. For example, students can do 10 jumping jacks, 10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, and so on, until they reach 100 repetitions. This activity not only promotes physical activity and healthy habits but also helps students reinforce their counting skills as they keep track of each repetition.
100 Day Book:
Preschoolers can celebrate the 100th day of school by creating their own book with 100 pages. Teachers can provide blank paper or book templates and have students create one page for each day of school, adding drawings, pictures, and/or writing about their favorite moments and experiences. This activity not only promotes literacy and storytelling skills but also helps students reflect on their growth and achievements over the course of the school year.
100 Day Scavenger Hunt:
A fun way to celebrate the 100th day of school is by creating a scavenger hunt with 100 items to find. Teachers can hide items around the classroom or school and provide students with a list of clues to help them find all 100 items. This activity not only reinforces counting skills but also encourages teamwork and problem-solving.
100 Day Hat Parade:
Preschoolers can celebrate the 100th day of school by creating their own hats with 100 decorations. Teachers can provide blank hats or templates and have students decorate them with stickers, pom-poms, buttons, and other materials. Students can then parade around the classroom or school showing off their 100th day hats. This activity not only promotes creativity and fine motor skills but also helps students celebrate their achievements and accomplishments.
100 Day Memory Game:
Another fun activity for the 100 day of school is creating a memory game with 100 cards. Teachers can provide blank index cards and have students decorate them with stickers or drawings. Then, students can pair up and play a memory game with 100 cards, trying to find matching pairs. This activity not only promotes memory and concentration skills but also reinforces counting and number recognition.
100 Day Time Capsule:
Have students contribute one item to a class time capsule that represents the year so far. Bury it (metaphorically or actually) to open it later in the school year—or even on graduation!
This not only creates suspense and curiosity but also provides a snapshot of the class culture at this unique moment.
Remember, this isn’t just about the future but appreciating life today!
100th Day Art Project:
Preschoolers can celebrate the 100th day of school by creating an art project using 100 different materials. Teachers can provide a variety of art supplies, such as paper, paint, beads, buttons, feathers, and other materials, and have students use exactly 100 different materials to create a piece of art. This activity not only promotes creativity but also reinforces counting and sorting skills.
100th Day Writing Prompt:
Teachers can encourage preschoolers to celebrate the 100th day of school by reflecting on their favorite moments and experiences from the school year. Teachers can provide writing prompts, such as “My favorite thing about school is…” or “I have learned so much in 100 days, such as…”. This activity not only promotes writing and literacy skills but also encourages students to reflect on their growth and achievements.
100th Day Dress Up Day:
Why not let kids dress up as if they’re 100 years old? Wig, glasses, canes—the full granny and grandpa ensembles! It’s a fantastic way to combine humor with history, providing loads of laughs.
Encourage students to research what life was like a century ago for an educational twist. Who knew dressing like a senior could teach a thing or two?
Get parents involved by inviting them to join in—maybe they’ll uncover their inner ‘old soul.’
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100 Day STEM Challenge:
Teachers can challenge preschoolers to celebrate the 100th day of school by completing a STEM challenge using 100 materials. For example, students can build a tower using exactly 100 toothpicks or create a bridge using 100 popsicle sticks. This activity not only promotes critical thinking and problem-solving skills but also reinforces counting and sorting skills.
100th Day Fitness Challenge:
Get ready for a super fun 100th Day of School bash! Teachers can rally the little ones for a mega fitness challenge where they’ll hit the big one-zero-zero! Picture this: 100 jumping jacks to skyrocket their energy, dashing around the playground 100 times, or a whole 100 seconds of non-stop play! It’s not just about getting fit; it’s a clever way to sneak in some counting and number fun too!
100 Day Measurement Activity:
Get ready for a super fun 100th Day of School bash! Little ones can turn into mini-scientists, exploring their classroom with a twist! Armed with rulers and measuring tapes, they’ll dive into a treasure hunt, measuring everything from tiny chairs to towering walls with exactly 100 units. It’s not just counting and measuring; it’s an adventure that sparks curiosity and turns learning into a playground of discovery!
100-Second Challenges:
Set a timer and tackle fast-paced activities that can be done in precisely 100 seconds. From stacking cups to drawing, these mini-challenges bring excitement and focus to the day.
These activities engage competitive spirits and help improve concentration and quick-thinking skills.
Get creative with challenges—imagination is the only limit!
100th Day Activity booklet:
This booklet features a variety of engaging activities that encourage creativity, literacy, numeracy, and physical activity. From counting to 100 with playful exercises, to exploring what 100 could mean in different contexts, this booklet includes:
- Creative Writing: Students can imagine what they would do with 100 items or what life might be like at 100 years old.
- Math Challenges: Activities like filling in the hundreds chart and counting themed icons enhance number recognition and counting skills.
- Art and Handwriting: With self-portraits, color by number, and handwriting practice, students can express themselves artistically while refining their penmanship.
- Physical Activity: A special 100th Day Workout gets kids moving with 10 repetitions of various exercises, integrating health into learning.
- Word Search: A fun way to reinforce vocabulary related to numbers and the celebration of the 100th day.
