I know September has passed but that doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate #Holidays that have passed which could be used for learning especially when #Homeschooling our students. I love being able to share #Holidays that can be turned into Lesson Plans and go hand in hand allowing you to celebrate more than one thing at a time.
September 14th allowed us to do this because it’s National Coloring Day #ColoringDay and National Cream-Filled Donut Day #CreamFilledDonutDay by creating Donut crafts or coloring pages and reading books about Donuts then coloring your own Cream Filled Donut.
Charlie and I did a lot coloring of in our #Homeschool Art Class. Charlie is out of town visiting a friend when Charlie returns, we will celebrate both National Coloring Day and National Cream-Filled Donut Day together. Would you want to join us?
I don’t know about you, but I’ve never had a #CreamFilledDonut. I really don’t want to start but if it allows Charlie and I to create new memories count me in. As well as David who loves Jelly Filled Donuts so I’m sure he would like Cream Filled Donuts as well.
If your #Homeschooling your children, I wanted to share Lesson Plans you can use to celebrate the #Holiday. Hre is a coloring sheet for your children to color and a recipe to make your own Cream Filled Donuts.
September 14 National Coloring Day #ColoringDay
National Coloring Day is celebrated every year on September 14th for those of us that didn’t know National Coloring Day is all about unleashing creativity, reducing stress, and rediscovering the joy of coloring—no matter your age! Let’s get to coloring.
What National Coloring Day All About
- National Coloring Day was created in 2005 by the writers of ColorIt! magazine
- Encourages people to explore artistic expression through crayons, colored pencils, markers, or even paint
- Celebrated as a way to promote mental wellness, relaxation, and mindfulness
Benefits of Coloring
- Coloring improves brain function by activating both logic and creativity
- Coloring can create a meditative state, helping quiet the mind
- Coloring promotes better sleep when done before bed instead of screen time
How to Celebrate
- Host a coloring party with friends or family
- Donate art supplies to schools or libraries
- Try a new coloring book or download free pages online
Grab your favorite colors and let your imagination run wild. Whether you’re filling in a mandala or doodling your own masterpiece, #ColoringDay is your excuse to color outside the lines—literally and figuratively. Want help finding some cool coloring pages or ideas for a themed party? I’ve got plenty!
National Coloring Day September 14 is a perfect opportunity to blend creativity with learning. Here’s a vibrant and engaging lesson plan idea suitable for elementary students, with options to adapt for older or younger learners:
National Coloring Day Lesson Plan Grade Levels: K–6 Duration: 30–60 minutes
Theme: Creativity, Mindfulness, and Self-Expression
Objectives
- Encourage creative expression through coloring.
- Explore the history and benefits of coloring.
- Promote mindfulness and stress relief.
- Foster collaboration and sharing in a classroom setting.
Warm-Up (10 minutes)
Discussion Prompt: “What do you love about coloring?”
Introduce the concept of National Coloring Day and its purpose—celebrating creativity and relaxation through art.
Mini Reading Activity (10–15 minutes)
Use a short reading passage tailored to your students’ grade level. For example, this Teachers Pay Teachers resource includes differentiated worksheets for K–2 and 3–6 that explore the meaning and cultural relevance of Coloring Day.
🎨 Main Activity (20–30 minutes)
Option 1: Free Coloring Time
- Provide a variety of coloring pages (animals, mandalas, nature scenes).
- Let students choose their favorite medium: crayons, colored pencils, markers.
Option 2: Collaborative Coloring Mural
- Tape a large sheet of paper to the wall or table.
- Students work together to color a giant scene or create a patchwork of individual drawings.
Option 3: Create Your Own Coloring Page
- Students draw a simple image in black and white.
- Swap with a partner to color each other’s designs.
💬 Reflection & Sharing (10 minutes)
- Have students share their artwork and describe what they enjoyed.
- Discuss how coloring made them feel—calm, focused, happy?
🧠 Extension Ideas
- Donate coloring supplies to a local school or library.
- Host a “Coloring Party” with music and snacks.
- Integrate coloring into other subjects (e.g., color-coded math problems or geography maps).
Would you like me to tailor this for a specific age group or subject area like science or social studies? I’ve got plenty of colorful ideas up my sleeve!
September 14 National Cream-Filled Donut Day #CreamFilledDonutDay
National Cream-Filled Donut Day Lesson Plan Celebrate September 14 with a sweet and educational twist! Here’s a fun, cross-curricular lesson plan idea for elementary or middle school students themed around #CreamFilledDonutDay:
🎯 Learning Objectives
- Explore the history and cultural significance of donuts.
- Practice math, science, and literacy skills through donut-themed activities.
- Encourage creativity and collaboration.
📚 Subject Integration
1. Language Arts
- Read Aloud: The Jelly Donut Difference by Maria Dismondy or If You Give a Dog a Donut by Laura Numeroff.
- Writing Prompt: “Invent your own cream-filled donut flavor and describe it using sensory details.”
- Vocabulary: Words like “glaze,” “yeast,” “pastry,” “filling,” and “decadent.”
2. Math
- Graphing Activity: Survey classmates on their favorite donut fillings (custard, jelly, chocolate, etc.) and create bar graphs.
- Fractions & Ratios: Use donut images to teach fractions—e.g., “What fraction of this donut is filled?”
3. Science
- Yeast Lab: Conduct a simple experiment with yeast, sugar, and warm water to observe fermentation and discuss how yeast helps donuts rise.
- Discussion: “What makes something alive?”—tie into yeast as a living organism.
4. Art
- Craft: Design your own donut using paper, markers, and “sprinkle” stickers.
- Donut Tic-Tac-Toe: Use printable donut-themed game boards for a fun fine motor activity.
5. Social Studies
- History of Donuts: Brief overview of donut origins and how cream-filled varieties became popular.
- Cultural Connections: Explore donut traditions around the world (e.g., sufganiyot in Israel, Berliner in Germany).
🍩 Celebration Ideas
- Host a “Donut Tasting” with mini cream-filled samples (check for allergies!).
- Create a “Donut Wall” with student artwork and writing.
- Share photos or reflections using #CreamFilledDonutDay.
If you’d like, I can tailor this Lesson Plan for a specific grade level or subject focus. Or if you want to add a digital twist or extend it into a multi-day unit? Let’s sprinkle in some more ideas! Just leave me a comment on what you’re looking for and I will get to work on it.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
