Celebrating Teddy Bear Picnic Day (10th July), with an Afternoon Tea theme is a delightful way to combine imaginative play, social interaction, and literacy experiences.
Children bring their favorite teddy bears as special guests, creating a sense of belonging and joy. The event can be set up indoors or outdoors, and it encourages children to engage in storytelling, role play, and shared rituals that build confidence and communication skills. By weaving in food, music, and creative activities, educators can make the day both memorable and educational.
Setting the Scene
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Picnic blankets spread across the floor or garden.
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Mini tea tables decorated with teddy bear figurines and flowers.
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Bear seating area where children place their teddy bears as “guests.”
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Decorative bunting with bear motifs to add festivity.
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Photo corner for children to pose with their teddy bears.
Photo Ideas
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Afternoon Tea Menu
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Bear-shaped sandwiches with jam, cheese, or cucumber.
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Honey scones and honey biscuits (linking to bears’ favorite treat).
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Fruit skewers for a healthy, colorful option.
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Teddy bear cookies decorated with icing faces.
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Mini cupcakes with bear toppers.
Activities & Entertainment
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Storytime – Read The Teddy Bears’ Picnic or Corduroy.
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Sing-along – Perform “The Teddy Bears’ Picnic” song.
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Craft corner – Children decorate paper teacups or make bear masks.
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Bear parade – Each child introduces their teddy bear to the group.
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Treasure hunt – Hide small bear tokens around the picnic area.
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Dance circle – Simple bear-themed movement games.
EYLF Links
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Outcome 1 – Identity through special toys.
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Outcome 2 – Community and belonging in shared play.
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Outcome 3 – Well-being through imaginative role play.
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Outcome 5 – Communication via storytelling, song, and social interaction.
Further Reading
Teddy Bears Picnic Day Invitation
Teddy Alphabet Matching
Bear Dot Counting
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