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January 27 – Fun Fact of the Day

Did you know that January 27 is National Chocolate Cake Day? This delicious day celebrates one of the world’s favorite desserts. Here’s a fun fact: the first chocolate cake was made in the 17th century, but it wasn’t until the 19th century that it became the chocolatey treat we know and love today. That’s a lot of history in every slice!

Did you know that chocolate cake can have many health benefits, including boosting energy levels, improving cognitive function, and boosting your mood? You can check out all of the Fact of the Day for Kids here.

ACTIVITY IDEAS TO CELEBRATE JANUARY 27

National Chocolate Cake Day is here, and it’s time to celebrate with some fun and yummy activities you can do at school or home:

  • Complete this Chocolate Word Search
  • Draw your dream chocolate cake and label the different flavors in each layer.
  • Write a short story or poem about a magical chocolate cake that grants wishes.
  • Organize a chocolate cake drawing contest with your classmates or family.
  • Create chocolate cake-themed crafts like cake bookmarks or paper plate cakes.
  • Have a fun discussion about your favorite types of cakes and what makes chocolate cake special.

QUESTIONS TO THINK ABOUT FOR JANUARY 27

As we celebrate this delicious day, here are some thoughtful questions to discuss:

  • Why do you think chocolate cake is so popular among people of all ages?
  • If you could share a chocolate cake with anyone in the world, who would it be and why?
  • What are some creative ways to decorate a chocolate cake?
  • How can you make a simple chocolate cake at home with your family?
  • What are your favorite memories involving chocolate cake?

WOULD YOU RATHER QUESTIONS FOR JANUARY 27

Here are a few questions to spark conversation. Would you rather…

  • Have a giant chocolate cake once a year or a small chocolate cake every month?
  • Be able to decorate cakes beautifully but not bake them, or bake delicious cakes but not decorate them?
  • Taste a chocolate cake from the future or a chocolate cake from the past?

MORE FUN STUFF

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