πŸŽ‰ National Days Library Books β€’ Writing β€’ Family Fun Explore all days β†’

National Watermelon Day

August 2

Celebrate one of summer's sweetest treats with stories, books, and family fun!

You're one in a melon!
πŸ“Œ Quick FactsπŸ“… August 3πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Celebrated in the United States
❀️ Why We Celebrate

National Watermelon Day celebrates the refreshing fruit that's become a symbol of summer picnics, backyard barbecues, and sunny afternoons. It's the perfect day to enjoy a juicy slice while letting your imagination grow just as big!

πŸ’‘ Did You Know?

Watermelons are about 92% water, making them one of the most refreshing fruits to enjoy on a hot summer day.

✏️ Today's Writing Skills
Creativity Imagination Story Writing Word Choice
ο»Ώ
1

Read

πŸ“–
Read This

The Watermelon Seed

by Greg Pizzoli

A crocodile loves watermelon.... until he accidentally swallows a seed and imagines the funniest things that might happen next. This delightful story is perfect for encouraging imagination and playful storytelling.

πŸ“– View Book
2

Write

✏️
One morning, you discover that the watermelon in your garden has grown as big as your house! What do you do with it? What surprising adventures follow?

Need ideas?

Think about how your giant watermelon changes your neighborhood. Could it become a fort, a playground, a boat... or even attract visitors from around the world?

3

Family Fun

πŸŽ‰

Bring It to Life!

Cool off with our Marshmelon Ice Cream activity from our Summer Journaling ideas! Then invent your own outrageous watermelon-inspired dessert and give it a fun, creative name.

From Prompt to Pint

Would you rather...

OR

Keep Exploring