Create an easy and fun 100th day hat craft that helps students celebrate 100 days of school with creativity, reflection, and hands-on learning.
100th Day Hat Craft
Celebrating the 100th day of school is one of the most exciting days in elementary classrooms! Students are hyped, routines go out the window, and teachers need activities that keep excitement high and chaos low.
We all know it’s not always an easy balance, right? Between the counting collections, the themed snacks, and the “Are we doing something special today?” questions every five minutes, having a simple, engaging craft ready to go can save the day.
One of the easiest ways to make the celebration feel meaningful is with a fun 100th day hat craft. Students love creating something they can show off. There’s just something magical about seeing them parade around proudly wearing a hat they made themselves because they are officially 100 days smarter.
Table of Contents
- 100th Day Hat Craft
- What You’ll Need
- Step-by-Step Guide: How to Put the 100th Day Hat Together
- When to Add the 100th Day Hat Craft to Your Celebration
- Resources for the 100th Day of School
- More 100th Day of School Ideas
What You’ll Need
- Optional: stickers, mini pom-poms, sequins
- Printed hat templates
- Crayons or markers
- Scissors
- Glue or tape
- Number strips (included!)
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Put the 100th Day Hat Together
Now that materials are prepped and students are buzzing with 100th day excitement, it’s time to put the hats together. This simple step-by-step guide walks you through exactly how to assemble the craft, making it easy for both teachers and students to enjoy the process.
1. Print & Prep the Hat Pieces
Print the hat crown, milestone cards, and number strips from your 100 days of school hat printable. Let students color the large “During my 100 days of school, I…” topper. Cut everything out as a class or prep ahead for younger learners.
2. Build the Hat Crown
Attach the sideband pieces so the crown fits each child’s head comfortably. Add the illustrated milestone cards around the outside. Little moments like “made a friend,” “read 100 books,” “wrote in my journal” help kids reflect on their growth so far.
3. Add the Number Strips
Here’s where the math fun begins! Kids can fill number strips with:
- Numbers to 100
- Tally marks
- Skip-counting
- Stickers
- Dots
- One thing they learned for each group of 10
- Or any collection of 10 items on each strip
Glue the strips inside or outside the hat for a “100-day hair” effect. This seems to always be a class favorite.
4. Attach the Main Topper
Glue or tape the big circle to the front center of the hat. Encourage bright colors and creative designs.
5. Wear and Celebrate!
There are so many ways to celebrate. You could parade down the hallway or snap photos for families! These hats make the day feel extra festive.
When to Add the 100th Day Hat Craft to Your Celebration
One of the best things about this 100th day hat craft is how easily it fits into your 100th day schedule. This craft works seamlessly alongside whatever you already have planned.
You can add the hat craft during:
- Morning work or arrival time to kick off the day on a calm, creative note
- After a math block, when students are already focused on counting, numbers, and patterns
- As a mid-day reset between high-energy activities
- During centers or small groups for more guided support
- Before a hallway parade or photo time, so students can wear their finished hats
- At the end of the day, as a fun wrap-up activity, students leave wearing
No matter when you choose to include it, the hat craft naturally brings together creativity, reflection, and math, making it a meaningful part of your 100th day celebration rather than just another task on the schedule.
The 100th day of school is the perfect time to celebrate student growth in a fun, meaningful way. This 100th day hat craft keeps kids engaged, encourages reflection, and is easy to fit into any schedule. With simple prep and a free printable, it’s an easy way to make the day memorable without extra stress.
Resources for the 100th Day of School
Free 100th Day of School Hat Craft
Celebrate the 100th Day of School in your classroom with this FREE 100th Day Hat Craft! It’s a quick, meaningful activity students will love, and you can prep in minutes.
Click the image below to grab a copy.
100th Day Fun Pack
Try the 100th Day Fun Pack by Proud to Be Primary. It includes everything you need to make the 100th day of school memorable, enjoyable, and full of meaningful, hands-on activities! From STEM challenges to games and crafts, it takes all the planning stress off your plate so you can focus on celebrating with your students.
If you like this resource, you’ll love the 100th Day of School STEM Activities!
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