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Richard Rothwell [Public domain]
Frankenstein Friday is a national day observed the last Friday in October to recognize Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein.
Frankenstein is one of the most well-known monsters in the world. Just the word Frankenstein brings up the picture of a tall, green-skinned, black-haired, forehead scarred, bolted neck monster, and all that is thanks to the author and famous homeschooler Mary Shelley!
Frankenstein Facts
- Frankenstein is actually the name of the doctor in Mary Shelley’s story. Dr. Frankenstein is the mad scientist that creates a famous monster who doesn’t have an official name in the book.
- This monstrous tale was first published in 1818 and has survived over 200 years as a staple in horror and science fiction.
- Mary wrote Frankenstein at only 18 years old and it was originally for a ghost story contest.
- Shelley’s book has inspired over 100 different movies including the classic Frankenstein with Boris Karloff.
- The original Frankenstein story has influenced multiple books, comic books, songs, and more!
Frankenstein Fun
So how do you go about celebrating this monstrous day? Here are some ideas!
Simple Frank Ideas
- Read the original Frankenstein by Mary Shelley for free and use this unit study!
- Watch the 1931 Frankenstein.
- Read about Mary Shelly in She Made a Monster: How Mary Shelley Created Frankenstein.
- Look for Frankenstein references in your favorite Halloween books and movies!
These are some of our favorites:
- Get a crash course lesson on Frankenstein from author John Green.
- Get the younger kids involved with this child-friendly retelling of Frankenstein.
Experiment with some Frankenstein Crafts and Activities
- We can’t get enough slim in my house so making Frankenstein Phlegm was a no-brainer!
- Game time! Build a monster with this free printable spin and build game.
- Learn about chemistry with Frankenstein-inspired “Spark of Life” science project !
- These origami paper toys have provided hours of fun for my kid and are super easy to make!
- Get the art flowing with this unique Picasso Frankenstein Monsters! I love the creativity with these!
Build your own Tale of Frankenstein
It’s alive, alive! Give your homeschooler’s brain a spark of creative writing with one of these writing prompts!
- Become Dr. Frankenstein! Write about creating your own monster.
- You’ve just been brought to life! You are the monster now, what are you going to do?
- It is a normal day when all of a sudden someone knocks on your door. You open the door and it is a large looking creature. He looks all pieced together. What happens next?
- Frankenstein has lost his monster. Where did the monster go and how can you help Dr. Frankensten get it back?
- Frankenstein’s monster is lonely and Dr. Frankenstein wants to make it a friend. What kind of friend will he make?
That’s it! Now you are ready to go have a day fun full of monster madness!
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Some body asked for ideas on how to observe the day and suggested Frankenstein cookies. Turns out it was fun.
I like your ideas for a Frankenstein day. Very suitable particularly for kids.
Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for taking the time to visit! I am glad you enjoyed the ideas! Yes, Frankenstein cookies sound like another fun addition too!
Yes, the ideas are very cool.
They are quite interesting and have the potential to keep people engaged.
Personally, as freelancer at Professional Writing Bay, I’d be much fascinated by ideas on building a Frankenstein tale.
Thanks for sharing.
Regards.