Kindergarten students thrive on themes they are familiar with and enjoy. As educators, it’s essential to weave these beloved themes into our curriculum, making academic activities enjoyable and engaging. Your little learners will delight in exploring and practicing through these exciting Kindergarten Themes From August to December.
Pre-planning your themes simplifies the process of preparing and organizing activities for your kindergarten class. I really appreciate having monthly themes; however, there are special days, like Veterans Day, where I prefer to introduce a specific theme for that day. Regardless of your choice—whether you opt for weekly or monthly themes—being intentional about integrating themes into our kindergarten activities is essential.
Here are some themes my little learners enjoyed, along with examples of activities that align with each theme.
Monthly Themes
August
Back to School and Establishing Routines are the primary themes I usually focus on for August or the start of the school year. Additional themes could include All About Me and Friendships. Here are some fantastic activities to consider:
September
As schools typically begin in August or September, and numerous back-to-school activities are available, I generally maintain these themes throughout these two months. Additional themes along with activities are Apples.
October
This month is all about Monsters, Pumpkins, Leaves, Farms, and Fire Safety. I prefer to keep the theme broad and not tied to any specific holiday to ensure inclusivity for everyone.
November
November is one of my favorite months of the year. The spirit of Thanksgiving resonates deeply with me, along with themes like pumpkins, gratitude, turkeys. Veterans Day is also a theme for this month.
December
I really enjoying the gingerbread theme for this month! It’s not only fun and full of possibilities, but we also conclude with a take-home gingerbread house activity. Other themes to consider include snow, hot cocoa, winter, and penguins.
If you want to level up your activities, simply add manipulative that correspond with your themes, such mini erasers, sensory bin fillers and snacks that your students will love.
These are just a few examples of the activities and themes available for your kindergartners to practice their academic skills. Be sure to visit my TPT and KC store for more themed activities. Additionally, don’t overlook my year-long activity bundles, which encompass all the themes mentioned above. Your little learners will absolutely adore these activities and will be eager for more!
