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February 15 – Fun Fact of the Day

Today, February 15, is a sweet and colorful celebration known as National Gumdrop Day! Gumdrops are a favorite candy for many, known for their chewy texture and variety of flavors. This day is dedicated to enjoying and appreciating these sugary treats. If you love learning new and interesting things, especially about candies, then you’re in for a treat! You can check out all of the Fact of the Day for kids here.

FIVE FUN FACTS ABOUT FEBRUARY 15

  • Gumdrops were believed to be invented in the 19th century.
  • These candies are used in baking and candy crafting, especially in decorating gingerbread houses.
  • The classic flavors include orange, cherry, pineapple, lemon, and grape.
  • Gumdrops can also be found in a spicy variety, known as spice drops.
  • February 15 celebrates gumdrops, showing how much joy these small candies can bring to people of all ages.

ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE FEBRUARY 15

Today is all about fun and creativity with gumdrops! Here are five activities that you can do in the classroom or school to celebrate National Gumdrop Day:

  • Create gumdrop sculptures by connecting them with toothpicks.
  • Make a gumdrop graph to chart everyone’s favorite flavors.
  • Have a gumdrop taste test to explore the different flavors.
  • Create a pretend candy shop.
  • Use gumdrops in a science experiment to learn about density or buoyancy.
  • Decorate cupcakes or cookies with gumdrops to make them festive.

Don’t forget to try this candy word search puzzle.

QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT FOR FEBRUARY 15

Let’s dive deeper into the world of gumdrops. Here are five questions to ponder and discuss:

  • How do you think gumdrops are made?
  • Why do you think gumdrops have remained popular for so long?
  • Can you think of any other candies that are similar to gumdrops? How are they different?
  • What creative uses can you think of for gumdrops besides eating them?
  • How do different cultures use or celebrate with gumdrops or similar candies?

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS FOR FEBRUARY 15

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

  • Eat only gumdrops for a day or never eat gumdrops again?
  • Make a giant gumdrop sculpture or a detailed gingerbread house with gumdrops?
  • Try a mystery flavor gumdrop or stick with your favorite flavor?
  • Have gumdrops that taste like vegetables or gumdrops that are super sour?
  • Use gumdrops as game pieces in a board game or as decorations for a party?

MORE FUN STUFF

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

Enjoy exploring and celebrating National Gumdrop Day with these activities and questions!

SOLUTION TO THE GUMDROP PUZZLE

Did you solve the puzzle for February 15? Check your answer

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