National Pizza Day

National Pizza Day is February 9. Nobody really knows who or when National Pizza Day was created but it sounds like a good day to celebrate Pizza! When I heard about this day, I thought about activities you can do in the classroom with Pizza as a theme.

Writing:

• What is your favorite pizza topping and why?
• What is your least favorite pizza topping and why?
• What is the perfect pizza? Tell about the crust and all the toppings.

Math:

• Pizza is a great way to teach fractions. Students can identify fractions by looking at the slices. 
• Addition and Subtraction of fractions can also be done using pizza.

History:

• Look up the history of pizza. When was it first eaten?
• When did pizza become popular in the US and why?

Art:

• Draw your favorite pizza with your favorite toppings.
• You can also use old magazines and ads with pictures. Have students cut out a pizza and attach pictures of the toppings to it.

What other activities could you do with the pizza theme? Please share.