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Country Day / Country Theme Day

Country Theme Day

Children enjoy country-style food, music, crafts and farm games while dressed in flannel and boots.

How to run it

  1. Invite children to wear flannel shirts and boots.
  2. Set up hay bale props and country music.
  3. Run farm-style games such as sack races.
  4. Share a simple country-style lunch.

You will need

  • music
  • hay bale props
  • games equipment
  • food
Make it easier or harderYounger children play simple games; older children help run stations.
SafetyCheck allergies and dietary needs for food, and check hay for allergies.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 1, Outcome 2Themed days build belonging and community.

Fits these theme days

Country DayDown on the FarmWild West DayAussie Outback Day

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