Use these 25+ The Lorax Activities for Kids as a way to get ready for Dr. Seuss Day! March 2nd is not only his birthday, but it’s Read Across America Day as well.
Fun book crafts and activities are the perfect way to encourage kids to want to learn in a hands-on and fun way. If they’re Lorax fans, they’re going to love these!
The fun part about making these crafts is that they’re great for all ages. Even adults can slow down and join the fun!
Why do we celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday?
Every year on March 2nd, we roll out the proverbial red-and-white-striped carpet to celebrate the birthday of Dr. Seuss, a cherished children’s author whose whimsical tales have delighted families for generations.
This day isn’t just a commemoration of Theodor Seuss Geisel—known as Dr. Seuss—but a tribute to the joy of reading and the spark of imagination his stories ignite in young minds.
Parents and educators seize this day to participate in Read Across America. This initiative inspires an appreciation for reading while honoring an author’s legacy who masterfully combined playful rhymes with vibrant illustrations.
Celebrating Dr. Seuss’s birthday goes beyond mere festivity; it is a heartwarming reminder of the endless possibilities within the pages of a book and an opportunity to instill a lifelong love of reading in our children.
25+ The Lorax Activities for Kids
The Lorax-themed activities present the perfect blend for families looking to inspire creativity and ecological awareness in their children.
Parents can encourage their little ones to plant a seedling, reflecting the Lorax’s love for trees, or engage in a fun recycling craft project to repurpose household items, echoing the book’s conservation ethos.
Moreover, kids can partake in a Truffula Tree art project, using colorful tufts of cotton or pompoms to bring to life the whimsical forest the Lorax fights to protect.
Once you work through these fun crafts, be sure to check out these Easy Tissue Paper Crafts for Preschoolers!
The Lorax Activities for Kids
Don't miss out on these fun activities for kids! They're super easy to put together!
Use yarn to help your kids create beautiful truffula trees in their own home.
Use a paper bag to make your own Lorax inspired bag puppet with your kids.
Make your own finger puppets to help tell the story of The Lorax to your little ones.
This adorable Lorax handprint craft is perfect for your little ones to make for Dr. Seuss day.
Learn all about the importance of planting seeds and read The Lorax to teach your kids how to build their own truffula forest.
Make this fun tie-dye coffee filter art inspired by The Lorax.
Create a truffula forest that your kids can play in for a fun sensory activity for kids.
All you need are six simple materials to create wall art for your home.
Create a sensory tray inspired by the book The Lorax for your little ones to play and explore in.
Learn about slime and how to make your own with this fun Lorax themed slime recipe.
Teach your kids about cause and effect with the help of this matching game.
Let your kids get artistic and creative by painting their very own truffula trees.
Use cupcake liners to make your own Lorax themed craft.
Print out and wear your own Lorax themed hat with this fun coloring idea.
Your kids will love seeing their truffula trees framed for everyone to see in this fun craft.
Use puffy paint to make your own fingerprint Lorax and truffula trees.
This craft has simple supplies and is great for children of all ages and perfect for a busy day activity or to go with the book.
Make these beautiful truffula trees that are admired by all and will make great home decor too.
This fun and simple Truffula trees craft is perfect for little hands and a great activity to do while reading the book.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss with this simple and adorable paper plate craft.
Your kids will have a blast making their very own vibrant truffula trees with this easy craft.
Make your own paper bag puppet for a fun preschool craft to add some fun to reading The Lorax.
Celebrate Dr. Seuss and the Lorax with this simple and easy to make Truffula Tree craft.
This bubble wrap painting is a fun and creative way to enjoy The Lorax.
Teach your kids about the importance of a single seed with the help of this tree craft.
Which of these fun Dr. Seuss activities are you going to do first?
Carol Friedli
Friday 15th of March 2024
I love this!!!
Kelli Miller
Sunday 4th of August 2024
Thank you so much! I'm glad you love it. Have fun with all the Lorax activities! 🌳
nandini
Monday 12th of February 2024
Thank you so much!
Kelli Miller
Wednesday 7th of August 2024
You're so welcome! I'm thrilled that you found the Lorax activities helpful. If you try any of them, I'd love to hear how they went!