Pirate Day: Fun for Kids

Arrgh!  It's a day to act like a pirate, search for hidden treasure and set sail on the high seas!

Get into Character

What's a pirate day without some cool dress-up! 

• Tie an old bandana around their head
• Put on an eye patch
• Make your own sword 
• Use some make-up to draw a scar on their face
• Speak like a pirate today

Pirate Activities

• Color with Jake & the Neverland Pirates
• Here's a great link for making your own pirate treasure map!  
• Have kids use their imagination (and maybe a blanket and pillows) to create their own pirate fort.  Or, head outside with a old sheet and see if the can set up a sail in the yard!
• Food ideas:
  • Here's an AMAZING idea for a treasure map tortilla!  
  • Use plastic swords to make fruit kabobs
  • Goldfish crackers are always a favorite (fish for the ocean and gold is what pirates search for)

Fun Picture Books

Great Pirate Read-Alouds (or books for 'older' pirates)

Take in a Movie, Matee!

 For some kids, pirates can be a little scary.  So, if you have a young one, try Jake or Peter Pan.

For more adventurous souls, here are some classic pirate films!