I remember as a child playing with my #Barbies and I even had a Barbie that talked. I can’t wait to let my niece Payton know March 9th is National Barbie Day. Dixie, Payton and I can play Barbies. Would you want to join us? Then to keep fun going I’ve created a Lesson Plan for #Barbies which can make #Homeschooling fun.
I would like to invite you to celebrate National Barbie Day on March 9 with TheMommiesReviews.com! Enjoy a fun, family‑friendly Barbie‑themed scavenger hunt printable and a colorful seek‑and‑find activity page perfect for kids, classrooms, parties, and Barbie fans of all ages. Download, print, and play as you explore iconic Barbie items, accessories, and scenes.
How National Barbie Day Started
- Did you know Barbie debuted on March 9, 1959?
- Barbie was created by Ruth Handler and manufactured by Mattel.
- March 9 marks Barbie’s official birthday and celebrates her impact on fashion, imagination, and storytelling.
- Barbie was inspired by Ruth’s daughter, Barbara, who loved playing with paper dolls.
- Since 1959, Barbie has had over 200 careers, from astronaut to doctor to president.
- National Barbie Day became a celebrated pop‑culture holiday as fans began honoring Barbie’s legacy each year.
Homeschool Lesson Plans (By Age Group)
Preschool–K (Ages 3–6)
Learning Goals
- Colors, counting, imaginative play, fine‑motor skills.
Activities
- Color Sorting: Sort Barbie accessories by color (pink, purple, gold, blue).
- Counting Practice: Count shoes, mini purses, or doll outfits.
- Storytime: “If Barbie Could Visit Our House…” — kids narrate a simple story.
- Fine Motor Craft: Make a paper Barbie dress using tissue paper and stickers.
Books
- Barbie: You Can Be Anything
- Barbie: A Fashion Fairytale (picture book adaptation)
- I Am Barbie (Little Golden Book)
Elementary (Ages 7–10)
Learning Goals
- History, reading comprehension, early research skills, creativity.
Activities
- Mini Research: “What was Barbie’s first career?”
- Timeline Craft: Create a timeline from 1959 to today with major Barbie milestones.
- Design Challenge: Kids design a new Barbie outfit using fabric scraps.
- Math Tie‑In: Measure Barbie’s height, compare to Ken, calculate ratios.
Books
Games
- Mattel Games UNO Barbie The Movie Card Game for Kids & Adults Featuring Characters Graphics & Special Rule, 2 to 10 Players
- Barbie Fashion Designer (classic PC game if available)
- Hasbro Games The Game of Life: Barbie Edition Board Game
Middle School (Ages 11–14)
Learning Goals
- Cultural impact, marketing, design, writing, STEM connections.
Activities
- Essay Prompt: “How has Barbie changed to reflect society?”
- STEM Build: Create a Barbie‑sized piece of furniture using recyclables.
- Marketing Challenge: Design a poster for a new Barbie career.
- Debate: “Should toys represent real‑world diversity?”
Books
- Barbie: A Cultural Icon (kid‑friendly sections)
- Girls Who Code: Spotlight on Fashion & Design
Games
- Barbie video games on Nintendo Switch or mobile apps
- Barbie Fashion Closet (free app)
Crafts & Hands‑On Activities
1. DIY Barbie Dress Craft
- Coffee filters or tissue paper
- Markers
- Glitter glue
- Ribbon Kids design a dress and tape it onto a printed Barbie outline.
2. Barbie Dreamhouse Mini Rooms– Use shoeboxes to create mini bedrooms, kitchens, or closets.
3. Barbie Fashion Sketchbook– Print blank fashion templates and let kids design outfits.
4. Barbie Photo Booth– Use props: sunglasses, tiaras, pink boas, mini microphones.
Barbie Scavenger Hunt (Indoor)
Find These Items:
- Something pink
- Something sparkly
- Something shaped like a heart
- Something Barbie could wear
- Something Barbie could use in a new career
- A book with a girl on the cover
- A tiny object (Barbie‑sized)
Seek‑and‑Find Printable Ideas– Hide these in a busy Barbie‑themed illustration:
- Pink high heel
- Hairbrush
- Sunglasses
- Camera
- Star wand
- Mini purse
- Diamond ring
- Barbie silhouette logo
Have the kids see how many they can find and award a prize to the one who found the most.
Kid‑Friendly Barbie Snacks
Pink Yogurt Parfaits
- Vanilla yogurt
- Strawberries
- Pink sprinkles
- Mini marshmallows
Barbie Fruit Wands
- Strawberries
- Pineapple stars
- Watermelon hearts
- Skewers
Princess Popcorn
- Popcorn
- Melted white chocolate tinted pink
- Pink sugar crystals
Mini Sandwich Crowns– Use a crown‑shaped cookie cutter on PB&J or turkey sandwiches
Toys, Books & Games List (Blog‑Ready)
Toys
Books
Games
- Barbie Dreamhouse Adventures game
- Barbie board games (Memory, Matching, Dress‑Up)
Kid T‑Shirt Ideas
Poll: Who’s Your Favorite Barbie?
- Malibu Barbie
- Astronaut Barbie
- Princess Barbie
- President Barbie
- Fashion Designer Barbie
- Doctor Barbie
Create a graph and let your friends and family vote.
March 9 National Barbie Day #NationalBarbieDay Presented by TheMommiesReviews.com
Seek-and-Find Page: Seek & Find: Can You Spot These Barbie Items?
Visual Elements:
- Pastel pink background filled with Barbie-themed icons
- Each item appears 5 times in random locations
- Icons include pink shoe, sunglasses, tiara, camera, and more
- Each item marked with its initial letter for easy spotting
Use Case: Great for quiet time, visual scanning practice, or as a warm-up activity before crafts or reading.
Scavenger Hunt / Seek‑and Find
Have the children in your #home bring you all the Barbies and accessories they have. If there missing any of the items below go on a #FieldTrip to purchase the missing items.
Come home and hide these items inside your home for the children to find.
This Scavenger Hunt can be played outside as well or at a park for even more fun.
Barbie Scavenger Hunt – National Barbie Day Edition Find and circle each item hidden in the picture:
- Barbie’s pink high heel
- A sparkly tiara
- Sunglasses
- A tiny purse
- A hairbrush
- A beach ball
- A cupcake
- A star necklace
- A puppy
- A mini convertible
Design: Pastel pink background with bold, kid-friendly fonts and checkboxes. Perfect for printing and laminating for classroom or home use.
Have the kids keep a tally of who found what and give the winner a Gift related to Barbies.
Bonus Challenge: Count how many pink items appear in the image above!
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
