March is fast approaching, and many of us teachers are busy preparing our supplies and finalizing lesson plans for this exciting month ahead. What unique activities and themes do you have in store for your kindergartners? Here are my all-time Top March Activities for Little Learners that you’ll definitely want to incorporate into your curriculum.
March marks the arrival of Spring! The weather is changing, flowers are starting to blossom, and adorable baby animals are being born. Regardless of your location, these delightful themes can enhance your kindergarten curriculum. Additionally, March features “Read Across America” week, so be sure to include this in your lesson planning.
Springtime!!
As winter gives way to spring, introduce your little learners to the wonders of nature awakening. Plan outdoor activities where your students can look for signs of spring, such as budding flowers, chirping birds, and green grass. Back in the classroom, have your kindergartners create a nature journal where they can draw or write about what they observed. (Tips for Teaching Writing to Little Learners includes **FREEBIE**)
With spring comes the perfect time to teach students about gardening. Organize a planting activity where your kindergartners can plant seeds in small pots. Discuss the life cycle of plants and what they need to grow. This hands-on experience not only teaches responsibility but also connects them to nature in a meaningful way. (Label a Picture resource includes St Patrick’s Day, Three R’s (Earth Day), Spring, Parts of a Rabbit, Parts of a Chick, and Parts of a Flower)
March Math and Literacy Activities
Make sure to have readily available both math and literacy practice activities that are specific to the month of March with all of its unique themes. Here are a few to get you started that completely align with kindergarten standards.
Weather Watch
March is known for its unpredictable weather, making it a perfect time to teach your students about the different types of weather. Set up simple experiments like creating a rain gauge or a wind vane. You can also create a weather chart allowing your little learners to track daily weather patterns, helping them learn about seasons and climate. (Top Weather Activities for Little Learners)
Arts and Crafts
March is a great time to explore colors and art. Organize a color-themed week where each day is dedicated to a different color. Your students can wear that color, create art projects using only that color, and even learn about color mixing through fun experiments. Alternatively, you could bring all the colors together in a delightful rainbow pattern activity!! (Free Printable Rainbow Pattern Activity)
By integrating these themes and activities into your curriculum, you can create an engaging and dynamic learning environment for your kindergartners. The excitement of March can be harnessed to foster curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning in your little students. Want more??? Check out March Activities and Ideas for Kindergarten.
