Star Wars Day for kids is a fun holiday for kids! Celebrate with these May the fourth be with you Star Wars activities printable and worksheets resources, Star Wars crafts, Star Wars science and sensory play (STEM fun educational activities) for a unit study or project-based homeschooling, theme party snacks and more!
STAR WARS DAY FOR KIDS ACTIVITIES
Before we get to the fun Star Wars May 4th activities and how to add Star Wars homeschool and classroom fun, let’s discuss how it all started…
When is Star Wars Day?
Is may 4 star wars day? Star Wars Day 2021 is on Tuesday, May 4, 2020. It is on May 4th (May Fourth) every year.
Why is Star Wars Day celebrated?
Star Wars Day is celebrated by nerds and geeks all over who love the Star Wars films by George Lucas (starting in 1977). It was created to watch the movies, dress up as favorite Star Wars characters, play games, and more.
So, what do you do on Star Wars Day?
How do you celebrate Star Wars Day?
How is Star Wars Day celebrated at home?
- Watch Star Wars movies
- Attend a Star Wars Day event or convention
- Dress up as a Star Wars franchise character
- Play Star Wars trivia
- Wear some Star Wars gear
- Make Star Wars inspired food
- Do Star Wars Day crafts
- Make a Star Wars fortune teller (get the Star Wars printable pdf for it here)
- Play Star Wars board games
- Make Star Wars party drinks
- Do fun, educational activities for Star Wars Day
- Read Star Wars books
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Who created Star Wars Day?
Star Wars Day and May the Fourth Be With You was created by fans of the Star Wars movie franchise. George Lucas and Lucasfilm did not create the day. It was started on this date because May the Fourth Be With You is a play on words for May the Force Be With You.
Is Star Wars Day a national holiday?
Star Wars Day, or May 4th, is not a national holiday. It is an unofficial holiday started by fans of the Star Wars movie. It has been said that it is supported by George Lucas, Lucasfilm, and Disney as an holiday for May the Fourth Be With You.
When did May the 4th become Star Wars Day?
When did Star Wars day become a thing? The timeframe for the first celebration on May 4th is a little sketchy, but supposedly the first time the phrase “May the Fourth Be With You” was on May 4, 1979. It was reportedly used by Margaret Thatcher’s team to congratulate her on becoming the UK’s prime minister on May 4, 1979.
When did the first organized Star Wars Day occur?
The first Star Wars Day event was held on May 4, 2011. It was at the Underground Ground Cinema in Toronto, Ontario.
What does revenge of the fifth mean?
Some Star Wars fans have started recognizing the day after May 4th (Star Wars Day) as Revenge of the Fifth Day — a play on words for Revenge of the Sith. Fans can “pass over to the dark side” for one day.
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But, what if you love Stars Wars and your kids… just don’t? (GASP.)
How can I get my child into Star Wars?
- Explain to them why you love Star Wars so much. (Maybe it’s a fun story from your childhood.)
- Binge the Star Wars movies together, complete with movie snacks and popcorn!
- Set up an outdoor movie screen and have a Star Wars screening under the stars.
- Get Star Wars Lego sets to create together.
- Play Star Wars games.
- Mix the movies with other space films.
- Read books about Star Wars.
- Do a 1 for 1 trade: you play something they like then they do something you like Star Wars related.
- Make some Star Wars food and recipes.
- Have a Star Wars dress up day!
- Throw a fun Star Wars party.
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Here’s what our contributor Jesse Murphy has to say about how her family celebrates Star Wars Day with some fun Star Wars activities for kids:
May the fourth be with you and welcome to this fun post all about our favorite Holiday… or maybe it’s just my favorite holiday?
Whatever.
Anyway…
How do we celebrate Star Wars Day?
If you have little ones, big ones, or medium-sized ones in your house that love everything Star Wars, then look no further than this post for all kinds of Star Wars Day themed fun!
Star Wars is a pretty big deal in our house, so I know that we will be participating in some of these activities and I am excited to share all the Jedi action with you!
Let’s dive right on in and get the party started with Star Wars activities for adults and kids alike!
10 Star Wars-Inspired Fun Activities for Kids
Star Wars Day Activities #1: Molten Lava Slime
This Molten Lava Slime activity is perfect if your kids love slime!
(And, what kid doesn’t, I mean who are we kidding?)
Add in your favorite Star Wars Lego scenes!
Get all the deets on how to make the slime from Fun-A-Day!
Star Wars Day Activities #2: Paper Plate BB-8
This cute craft is for the Droid lovers!
Bring BB-8 to life with not much more than paper plates.
This cutie will be fun to put together and it’s super easy.
All the supplies and instructions can be found at Fun Learning Life.com.
Star Wars Day Activities #3: Darth Vader Craft Stick Puzzle
This is a DIY puzzle you create yourself using craft sticks, and a printed out picture of the man in black himself Darth Vader!
(cue in the iconic breathing noises)
If your kids love simple puzzles and creating things themselves, then this is a great activity.
Get all the info you need for the Darth Vader Puzzle right here!
Star Wars Day Activities #4: Death Star Play Dough
If you have some time and some galaxy Play Dough, then this could be a really fun way to spend an afternoon!
Create and build your own Death Star and then, if you really want, you can blow it up too!
Find out how to turn your Play Dough into a Death Star by following the directions right here!
Star Wars Day Activities #5: Star Wars I Spy
This is an activity I know my son will love!
(He is always wanting to play I, Spy!)
So if your kiddos are I, Spy lovers, too then here is a super fun Star Wars version.
Also try this Star Wars Search and Find.
Star Wars Day Activities #6: Yoda Puppet
For the littlest ones in your house, this may be the perfect project.
Make a Yoda puppet using a plate, paper, glue, and pens.
Easy peasy!
Follow the directions found at Coffee Cups & Crayons.com.
Star Wars Day Activities #7: Star Wars Coloring Pages
Get artistic with some free Star Wars worksheets to color!
For your Young Padawans, print out these awesome Star Wars coloring pages/ star wars printable worksheets.
ALSO CHECK OUT: Star Wars Flashcards
Star Wars Day Activities #8: Build A Real Lightsaber
Now this one will really get the kids excited!
You can build a Lightsaber that actually works!
Using a few simple items found at your local store, you can make your own real Lightsaber.
Grab all the instructions and list of supplies needed here.
Star Wars Day Activities #9: Make Star Wars Snacks
Did someone say snack time?
Have a Star Wars Day homeschool party, classroom party, or just fun Star Wars at home party!
These super simple Tie Fighter snacks will be a yummy addition to your Star Wars Day celebration!
Learn how to make them as well as lots of other fun Star Wars inspired snacks.
And last but not least…
Star Wars Day Activities #10: Lightsaber Tag
Get outside and enjoy the outdoors by playing some Star Wars Lightsaber tag!
Grab some pool noodles, black duct tape, and bam! You are all set!
Get all the details you need to play the most fun game of tag ever right here.
I hope you have enjoyed this post and May the Fourth and the Force be with you for your Star Wars Day!
Jesse Murphy is a single homeschooling mom and blogger from remote California who would love to connect with you! Feel free to subscribe to my blog for single moms and mompreneurs and give me a follow on Instagram @JesseJaneBlogs!
So, if you’re wondering is May 4th a special day? YES! It’s Star Wars Day!
Happy Star Wars Day May the 4th be with you!
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