NORWICH – For over five decades, the works of Theodor Seuss Geisel – better known as the illustrious Dr. Seuss – have thrilled the imaginations of young readers. In celebration of his March 2 birthday, children of all ages will have an opportunity to experience the magic of the renowned children’s author firsthand, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, as Stanford Gibson Elementary School hosts its popular Dr. Seuss Family Fun Night.

Featuring a number of activities based on a variety of Dr. Seuss’ most popular children’s books and characters – including the Cat in the Hat, Mr. Brown (who can moo), Horton the Elephant and Things One and Two – the event promises to please, with those characters as narrators, according to Stanford Gibson Elementary Reading Specialist Betsy Campbell.

“We have a number of activities designed and based on a variety of favorite Dr. Seuss book titles. Because the evening is based on his books, literature and reading are, of course, a focus of the evening,” stated Campbell. “But the books have been taken to incorporate many disciplines – music, art, physical activity, math and technology.”

Activities will include the Computer Lab’s Seussville.com, the Lifesize Dr. Seuss Game on the elementary school stage, Yertle the Turtle Races in the auditorium aisles, Beautiful Bart’s Gooey Ooey Oobleck in the Art Room and the Horton Hears a Who Maze in the cafeteria, among others, added Campbell.