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March 6 – National Oreo Day

March 6 marks a very special day for cookie lovers everywhere – National Oreo Day! This day is dedicated to celebrating one of the world’s most famous and beloved cookies, the Oreo. Whether you enjoy them dunked in milk, twisted apart to get to the cream, or incorporated into desserts, Oreos have a special place in many people’s hearts and pantries. You can check here for all of the Fact of the Day for kids.

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT NATIONAL OREO DAY

  • The Oreo cookie was first introduced in 1912, making it over a century old!
  • Oreos are available in over 100 countries around the globe.
  • It takes 59 minutes to make an Oreo cookie.
  • There are over 25 different varieties of Oreos, including some unique flavors like green tea, birthday cake, and pumpkin spice.
  • The name “Oreo” remains a mystery, but some believe it was derived from the French word for gold, “or,” because its original packaging was gold.

ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE MARCH 6

Let’s make National Oreo Day unforgettable with some fun and engaging activities. Here’s how you can bring the celebration into your classroom or school:

  • Complete this Cookie Word Search Puzzle.
  • Create your own Oreo flavor profiles by mixing and matching different cookies and creams.
  • Hold an Oreo stacking competition to see who can create the tallest tower without it toppling over.
  • Organize an Oreo taste test challenge with different flavors and have students vote for their favorite.
  • Craft Oreo-themed art, like cookie collages or cream filling sculptures.
  • Write imaginative stories or poems about a world made entirely of Oreos.
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QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT FOR MARCH 6

National Oreo Day isn’t just about enjoying delicious cookies; it’s also an opportunity to explore deeper questions:

  • Why do you think Oreos have become such a popular cookie worldwide?
  • How do different cultures incorporate Oreos into their desserts?
  • What makes the design of an Oreo cookie so recognizable?
  • Can you think of any environmentally friendly ways to package Oreos?
  • How has the marketing of Oreos changed over the years to remain popular?

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS FOR NATIONAL OREO DAY

Here are five questions to spark conversation. Would you rather…

  • Eat only the cookie part or only the cream part of an Oreo for a year?
  • Invent a new Oreo flavor or a new way to eat Oreos?
  • Have a lifetime supply of your favorite Oreo flavor or try a new Oreo flavor every month?
  • Dunk your Oreos in regular milk or in chocolate milk?
  • Share your Oreos with friends or keep them all for yourself?

MORE FUN STUFF

Here are more fun ideas to help keep the kids entertained:

This day is a great opportunity to learn, explore, and enjoy everything Oreo. Happy National Oreo Day!

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