March Themes and Resources Your Kids Will love

Spring is getting so close you can feel it (some days). Reach out for those bits of sunshine and get out more since we now have more sunshine in the evening. Our nature study, liturgical living, food, books, and learning ideas will get you started for a month of family learning fun.

Nature Study In March

Everything is blooming. Can you add a few sketches to your nature notebook?

Worm Moon
The swallows (and other migrating birds) return – Read more about the Swallows of Capistrano here.
Spring equinox (19) – Here is a video that explains the spring equinox.
Seed and planting – Force some spring bulbs or plant some seed indoors.
Lambing – Watch this lambing video from a kids’ perspective (preview – shows lambs being born)
Nesting birds – Try your hand at building a bird’s nest.

Faith Themes In The Month of March

Lent is upon us with its own rhythms and traditions. Also, don’t miss the fun feast days that break up the long fast.

Lent – Try this printable stations of the cross.
St. Patrick – Read more about the real St. Patrick.
St. Joseph – Ideas for celebrating this wonderful saint.
The Annunciation – Apparently waffles is the main food associated with the Feast of the Annunciation. Find a recipe and more ideas here.

Food And Family Themes In March

Soft pretzels are a family favorite here. Don’t skip the step of boiling them in baking soda for that caramel color.

New spring menus – dust off those tired winter menus and add some seasonal favorites into the mix.
Pretzels for Lent – Read more about the origin of pretzels here. This one is my favorite soft pretzel recipes.
National Pancake Day (1) – Make a variety of pancakes (plain, chocolate chip, blueberry) with fun toppings (whip cream, strawberries, peanut butter)
Oreo Cookie Day (6) – So much fun to do an Oreo tasting challenge.
Popcorn Lovers Day (10) – Read The Popcorn Book and try some fun popcorn flavorings.

Books Perfect For March Learning

This list could have been twice as long. I love books about spring. Enjoy these selections that celebrate the nature and holidays of this month.

Sir Cumference and the Dragon of Pi by Cindy Neuschwander
Red Sings from Treetops: A Year in Colors by Joyce Sidman
Papa is a Poet: A Story about Robert Frost by Natalie S. Bober
Peter’s Chair by Ezra Jacks Keats
Over in the Meadow by Ezra Jacks Keats
The Little Lamb by Judy Dunn
Kite Flying by Grace Lin
Kite Day: A Bear and Mole Story by Will Hillenbrand
The Reasons for Seasons by Gail Gibbons
Robins: How they Grow Up by Eileen Christelow
Song of the Swallows by Leo Politi
Smudge the Little Lost Lamb by James Herriot
The Carrot Seed by Ruth Krauss
If You Give a Pig a Pancake by Laura Numeroff
The Popcorn Book by Tomie dePaola
Horton Hears a Who by Dr. Seuss

PinSir Cumference and the Dragon of Pi PinRed Sings from Treetops: A Year in Colors (Sidman, Joyce)PinPapa Is a Poet: A Story About Robert Frost PinPeter’s Chair (Picture Puffin Books)PinOver in the Meadow PinThe Little Lamb (Pictureback(R))PinKite Flying PinKite Day: A Bear and Mole Story PinThe Reasons for Seasons (New & Updated Edition)PinRobins!: How They Grow Up PinSong of the Swallows PinSmudge, The Little Lost Lamb PinThe Carrot Seed: 75th Anniversary (Rise and Shine)PinIf You Give a Pig a Pancake PinTomie dePaola’s The Popcorn Book (40th Anniversary Edition)PinHorton Hears a Who!

March Field Trips For Your Homeschool Study

The weather is getting more pleasant. It’s time to get outside and explore the world around you.

Visit the botanical gardens to see new buds and early blooms.
Take a trip to your local plant nursery and buy some seeds.
Is there a farm near you? This is a great time to observe new babies and spring planting.
Check out your local planetarium and see if they have a show that introduces seasonal constellations.

Crafts And Activities For March Learning

Some fun crafts and lots of learning opportunities headline the activities for March!

National Crochet Month – one of my favorite crafts! Check out this complete tutorial here.
Kites! – Directions for making your own kite.
Dr. Seuss’s Birthday (2) – Read your favorite book and make Green Eggs and Ham! Here are some more low-stress activities to try.
National Grammar Day (4) – Do some mad libs. Here is one of our favorites.
Alexander Graham Bell Day (7) – Read more about this inventor of the telephone.
Ezra Jacks Keats (11) – Read one of Keats iconic Peter stories. You can listen to one here. Try this art project inspired by Keats.
Daylight Saving Time begins (10) – This video explains why we do it and the drawbacks and benefits of the practice.
Pi Day (14) – Eat pie! And do one of these fun activities.
Ides of March (15) – Learn more about this fateful day here (includes coloring page).
World Storytelling Day (20) – Take turns telling stories. Here are some fun prompts and activities to help.
World Poetry Day (21) – Here are a ton ideas for poetry day. Don’t forget to have a poetry tea party (grab our free printable) as well.
Make up your own holiday day (26) – Have fun with this one. What is the name? What will you be celebrating? What special decorations or foods will you have?
Robert Frost’s birthday (26) – You can hear the author read some of his own poetry.

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Pam is the author of The Your Morning Basket Guide and Plan Your Year: Homeschool Planning for Purpose and Peace. She also is the host of three popular podcasts -- The Homeschool Snapshots Podcast, Your Morning Basket, and The Homeschool Solutions Show. She lives in the Deep South with her husband and three kids, where she is the go-to lady for great curriculum recommendations or a just a pep talk on a rough day.