Understanding Lay Day Celebrations

Lei Day is a Hawaiian celebration honoring the culture and spirit of Aloha. It involves gifting leis, which are garlands made of flowers or shells, symbolizing peace, love, and friendship. Each Hawaiian island is represented by a unique lei. Celebrated on May 1st, the event includes various festivities and continues on May 2nd. Lei Day began in the 1920s and became an official holiday in 1929, thanks to Don Blanding and Grace Tower Warren. People can celebrate by making leis, enjoying Hawaiian music and dance, and trying traditional cuisine.

What is the main purpose of Lay Day in Hawaii?

• To commemorate New Year

• To celebrate Independence Day

• To honor Hawaiian culture

• To celebrate Christmas

What is a lay made of?

• Wood and stone

• Metal and glass

• Flowers or shells

• Paper and plastic

What does a lay symbolize in Hawaiian culture?

• Wealth and power

• Knowledge and wisdom

• Peace, love, and friendship

• War and victory

When is Lay Day celebrated each year?

• May 1st

• January 1st

• December 25th

• July 4th

What time do the Lay Day celebrations start and end on May 1st?

• 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

• 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM

• 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

• 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Who were the key figures in making Lay Day an official holiday?

• King Kamehameha and Queen Liliuokalani

• Don Blanding and Grace Tower Warren

• Barack Obama and Michelle Obama

• Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra

In which decade did Lay Day start?

• 1940s

• 1930s

• 1920s

• 1910s

Which of the following is a suggested way to celebrate Lay Day?

• Make your own lays using paper flowers

• Read a book

• Watch a movie

• Go skiing

What type of music is recommended to listen to on Lay Day?

• Classical music

• Traditional Hawaiian music

• Rock music

• Jazz music

Where can you find more information and resources about lays?

• hawaii.com

• facebook.com

• twinkl.com

• google.com