Easter bonnet parade

What it is

A crafty Easter party where every child makes a bonnet and shows it off in a parade. It’s a school tradition many children love, and simple to run at home or in a hall.

Plan ahead

• One week before: buy plain hats (straw or card) or use paper plates. Collect decorations: fake flowers, pom-pom chicks, mini eggs, ribbon, tissue paper, feathers.
• The day before: set up craft tables with glue, tape and scissors.

How to make a paper plate bonnet

Cut the centre out of a paper plate, leaving a ring. Glue the centre back on top, raised, to make a crown. Punch two holes at the sides for ribbon ties. Decorate.

Parade

Clear a runway, play music, and have each child walk and do a twirl.

Awards

“Most colourful”, “Most chicks”, “Tallest bonnet”, “Most springy”, “Best ribbon” - one for everyone.

Food and drink

• Egg sandwiches and nest cakes (chocolate cornflakes with mini eggs)
• Fruit and carrot sticks
• Juice

Tips

• Use glue dots and tape for younger kids - quicker than wet glue.