Every year when May 4th rolls around, I think, “This is the year I want to contribute.” Well… 2026 is finally that year. So I’m jumping in with some fun Star Wars classroom activities for May 4th that are easy to use and ready to go. May the Force be with you and me.
I’ve created four ready-to-use activities you can drop right into your day. Use them as a quick brain break, a stretch moment, or an easy bell ringer to kick off your Monday. Just something fun your students will enjoy.
And before we dive in, a quick birthday shout-out to Joy, who just happens to have one of the coolest birthday dates out there. May the 4th is a pretty great day to celebrate.
Four Fit. One Doesn’t. Spot the Misfit.
Put your thinking skills to the test with Four Fit. One Doesn’t. Spot the Misfit. In each of the 14 rounds, you’ll see five items. Four belong together, and one does not. Your challenge is to figure out which one is the misfit and explain why. There’s a Regular Edition and a Star Wars Edition, so you can choose your vibe or mix it up. Use the Force and see if you can spot what doesn’t belong.
Four Fit. One Doesn’t. Spot the Misfit. Regular Edition.
Four Fit. One Doesn’t. Spot the Misfit. Star Wars Edition.
Four Real!?!
This trivia-style activity challenges students to think about the number 4 in creative ways. Questions span math, science, geography, pop culture, and everyday connections. Each of the 14 questions is followed by the answer, making it perfect for whole-class play, partner discussion, or quick check-ins that spark curiosity without pressure.
May the Fours Be With You
I am still on a roll with a brand new type of game where you have to figure out a phrase with a certain commonality. For May the Fours Be With You, each clue points to a phrase that includes the word “four.” From pop culture to sports to everyday expressions, four is the keyword that ties it all together. And with May 4th wordplay, it’s the perfect fit.
Whether you try one activity or go all in with all three, these are easy to drop into your day and ready when you are. It’s a simple way to bring a little fun and thinking into May 4th.
Need a few more ideas? This earlier May 4th post from TCEA is still packed with great activities.
And if you need the answers or have questions, may the Force be with you… and if it’s not, feel free to reach out at preimers@tcea.org. I’m always happy to help.