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Celebrate National Color Day with Your Kids

By Melissa Baltazar October 22, 2025

October 22 is National Color Day — a reminder that color isn’t just something we see, it’s something we feel. From the calm of blue skies to the cheer of bright yellow, colors shape our emotions, spark creativity, and bring joy to everyday life.

Help your kids discover the power of color and what it says about how they feel.

Ask your kids: “What color do you feel like today?” or “Which color makes you happiest?”

The Mood of Color

Red:  Excitement – Love – Strength

Yellow:  Competence – Happiness

Green:  Good Taste – Envy – Relaxation

Blue:  Corporate – High Quality - Serenity

Pink: Sophistication – Sincerity

Violet/Purple:  Authority – Power

Brown:  Grounded

Black:  Strength-Resilience 

White: Serenity 

🎨 Fun Ways to Celebrate

  • Go on a Color Walk: Explore parks like Trexler Park or Cedar Beach Park in Allentown and spot every color of the rainbow.
  • Visit Local Art Spots: Try Bloomery Art Co., Paint Some Pottery, or The Baum School of Art for colorful, hands-on fun.
  • Register For A New Kids Art Class: Children’s Art Classes in Allentown for a fun new colorful experience.
  • Make Color Magic at Home: Mix food coloring, paint, or chalk to explore how new shades are made.
  • Taste the Rainbow: Create a colorful snack tray of fruits and veggies!
  • Read & Reflect: Enjoy books like The Day the Crayons Quit or Mixed: A Colorful Story.

Color reminds us that our world — and our families — are beautiful because of our differences. So grab your crayons, get creative, and make this National Color Day a bright one!