March Themes & Holidays

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March is a lively month filled with fresh starts, whimsical weather, and plenty of reasons to celebrate. From Read Across America Day to the much-anticipated first day of spring, March offers a treasure trove of learning opportunities and family-friendly fun. Below, you’ll find a variety of themes to explore throughout the month, along with special days and holidays in March (in chronological order) to spark creative activities.

March themes and holidays.

March Themes for Learning

March

Kick off the month with our fun and educational March printables to spark engagement and excitement in kids of all ages. Keep track of daily reading goals using our handy March Reading Log, and challenge those problem-solving skills with our March Crossword and March Word Scramble.

Finally, for a quick brain teaser that’s sure to bring spring spirit into your home or classroom, dive into our March Word Search. Each printable is a fun way to celebrate the new month while reinforcing essential reading, spelling, and vocabulary skills.

Spring

Spring officially starts in March, bringing fresh blooms, baby animals, and warmer days. Explore nature walks, observe sprouting seeds, or craft paper flowers to celebrate the change of seasons.

Check out our favorite spring crafts for kids and our cute spring coordinating graphs.

Rainbows

Rainbows are a vibrant symbol of hope and color that can spark imagination and creativity for kids and adults alike.

Whether you’re looking for inspiration through uplifting rainbow quotes, hoping to craft your own magical rainbow unicorn bookmark to brighten up your reading time, or looking for a roarsome rainbow lion craft to bring some color into your day, there’s a rainbow project for everyone.

Get creative with our free rainbow templates to design colorful artwork, and don’t forget to engage little hands with DIY rainbow rice sensory bins for a wonderfully tactile experience that celebrates all the hues of the rainbow.

Bugs

As the weather warms, bugs begin to buzz around. Learn about different insects’ life cycles, create bug crafts (like a paper ladybug or bumble bee bookmarks), or start a “bug journal” for preschoolers to document what they see outside.

Try planting seeds indoors using recycled containers or incorporate a Handprint Bee Craft for an extra-sweet springtime lesson!

Weather

March weather can be all over the place—sunny one day, stormy the next. Embrace the “lion and lamb” theme by making our Paper Lion Craft or have fun with this Lion Crown Template.

If you’re looking for weather-focused crafts, try our Umbrella Template to create a cute rainy-day project, or explore Cloud Templates to talk about different cloud shapes.

Talk about wind, clouds, and rain patterns. You could make DIY rain gauges, track daily temperatures, or try wind-sock crafts to explore breezy days.

Farm Theme

Springtime often means baby animals on the farm! Incorporate farm-animal crafts, explore where food comes from, and maybe even plan a virtual (or in-person) farm tour to see lambs, chicks, and calves.

From barnyard coloring fun to hands-on crafts, these farm-themed projects are perfect for little explorers curious about life on the farm.

Encourage observation skills with our interactive farm animal I Spy printable and spark creativity with our adorable farm animal coloring pages.

If you’re looking for fun ways to bring the barnyard to your craft table, our chicken hand print craft and handprint cow craft let kids shape farm friends with their own hands.

For even more excitement, try our 3D chicken craft template to create a pop-up effect that brings the coop right into your living room!

March themes and holidays.

Flowers

Flowers are a beautiful way to bring a pop of color into any craft project, and they’re perfect for adding a touch of springtime cheer all year round.

Try making a Paper Flower Wreath or exploring our variety of Paper Flower Crafts to find the perfect bloom for your style. Feeling whimsical?

A DIY Paper Flower Unicorn Wreath can add a fun, magical vibe to any space, while our Georgia O’Keeffe Art Craft Project lets you celebrate both creativity and iconic floral art.

And if you’re looking to surprise someone special, a 3D Flower Pop-Up Card can brighten their day with a delightful blooming reveal.

Here are a few more ideas to spark your floral imagination:

Whether you’re crafting with kids or just looking for a creative outlet, these projects celebrate the joy and beauty that flowers bring into our lives. Enjoy exploring all the fun possibilities!

Pond

Ponds come to life in spring with frogs, turtles, and pond insects. Pond-themed crafts, virtual pond tours, and read-alouds about frog life cycles give kids a peek into this fascinating habitat.

Life Cycles

From caterpillars turning into butterflies to frog eggs hatching into tadpoles, spring is a perfect time for life cycle explorations. Use diagrams, coloring pages, or even hands-on activities (like a caterpillar kit) to bring these transformations to life.

Space

Outer space has always captivated our imaginations, offering endless possibilities for creativity and exploration.

If you’re looking for an interstellar craft to spark curiosity, our Rocking Space Craft Printable is a fun, hands-on way to introduce planets and rockets to kids. Encourage a little science fun by using Planet Report Worksheets to learn about each planet in our solar system, then let students blast off with a Handprint Rocket Ship Craft that’s out of this world.

For some group or quiet time activities, try our galactic-themed Space Crossword Puzzle or turn discovery into a game with a Space I Spy Printable.

Here are a few more cosmic ideas to keep the universe close at hand:

From building rocket ships to identifying planets, these outer-space projects are sure to ignite curiosity and encourage kids to look up at the stars. Enjoy your cosmic journey!

Bears Theme

While some bears might still be finishing hibernation in early spring, it’s a fun time to talk about how bears prepare for warmer months. Make bear puppets or read bear-themed books to tie in literacy with science.

Kite Activities

March winds are famous, making it a perfect time to create your own kites or wind catchers. Practice measuring angles, talk about aerodynamics, and enjoy the outdoors by flying your homemade kites.

Leprechauns

Leprechauns bring a bit of magic and mischief to St. Patrick’s Day! For a creative twist on the holiday, why not try our Disguise a Leprechaun Printables to see how many ways you can hide these sneaky little fellas? If you prefer hands-on crafting, a Toilet Paper Roll Leprechaun or a simple Leprechaun Beard Craft can bring some extra Irish cheer to your home or classroom. And if you want to go all-out, check out our roundup of Leprechaun Crafts for even more ideas.

Here are some additional mischievous must-do’s:

With these leprechaun crafts and activities, your St. Patrick’s Day is sure to be filled with magical surprises!

Plants and Seeds

March is a fantastic time to start seeds indoors or in a greenhouse. Teach kids how seeds sprout and grow into plants. Keep a “seed journal” to track progress or do simple experiments comparing sunlight vs. shade growth.

Rainbow Theme

While it overlaps with St. Patrick’s Day, Rainbow Theme can stand alone as well. Explore color theory, host a rainbow snack day (think fruit in every color), or make rainbow playdough to encourage sensory exploration.

Baby Animals

Lambs, chicks, bunnies—spring is brimming with new life. Incorporate simple activities like a “guess the baby animal” matching game, or read stories about baby farm animals to delight young learners.

March Preschool Activities

All of these themes can be preschool-friendly, from coloring pages and simple crafts to hands-on seed planting. Focus on fine motor skills with cut-and-paste worksheets, paint-and-color projects, and easy science observations.

Easter

Depending on the year, Easter can fall in late March or early April. If it’s in March, sprinkle in Easter egg coloring, bunny crafts, or Easter basket printables.

If you’re ready to jump right in, don’t miss our Easter Printables for a convenient collection of holiday-themed activities and Easter Crafts for Kids for hands-on fun. Get little ones excited about egg hunts by decorating Printable Easter Baskets or whipping up Printable Easter Treat Bags for sweet surprises.

If you’re up for a unique dyeing method, try Dying Easter Eggs with Cool Whip to create beautiful, swirly designs. And for some extra entertainment, grab our Free Printable Easter I Spy Games or challenge the family to a fun Easter Board Game.

Here are a few more Easter-themed must-dos:

For even more inspiration, check out our Easter Templates, Easter Basket Templates, or create a soft companion with our Paper Plate Sheep.

Bunnies

Hippity-hoppity, here come the bunnies! Whether you’re crafting for Easter or simply love these adorable fluffy friends, you’ll find plenty of inspiration.

Make a sweet Easter Bunny Card to send warm wishes, or create a whimsical pal with our 3D Bunny Craft Template. You can also hop into spring by checking out our Bunny Crafts and Activities for a whole warren of creative ideas.

Looking for a few specific projects? Give these a try:

And if you’re looking to dress up (or disguise) those bunny ears, try the Bunny Rabbit Mask Templates for a fun pretend-play prop. Whether it’s part of an Easter celebration or just a fun day of crafting, these adorable bunny projects are sure to bring extra cheer to your home. Enjoy!

Special Days and Holidays in March

Women’s History Month (All Month)

Celebrate the achievements and contributions of women in history, science, art, and more. Share stories of inspiring women, print out mini-biographies, or get crafty by making posters to honor their accomplishments.

Read Across America & Dr. Seuss’s Birthday (March 2nd)

Kick off March by celebrating a love of reading! Honor Dr. Seuss’s birthday with a fun craft like our Dr. Seuss Hat Craft with Pom Poms and Popsicle Sticks and read a favorite Seuss book together.

You can also try making DIY bookmarks (find lots of ideas in our DIY Bookmarks for Kids post) to encourage little readers to keep their place in the pages.

March themes and holidays.

International Women’s Day (March 8th)

March is also Women’s History Month, a wonderful time to highlight inspiring women. If you’d like to incorporate a creative project, check out our Frida Kahlo Craft or Frida Kahlo Coloring Pages.

Discuss the importance of famous women scientists, artists, and leaders. You could even decorate your reading nook with empowering quotes from women throughout history!

National Pi Day (March 14th)

On 3/14, celebrate Pi Day by focusing on circles or even baking a pie! While we don’t have a specific Pi craft, you can adapt our circle-based printables (like Circle Templates) for an easy math activity. Cut out circles, measure diameters, and talk about how π (3.14…) helps us find the circumference. Afterwards, treat yourselves to an actual pie—why not?

St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th)

St. Patrick’s Day (March 17)

Leprechauns, rainbows, shamrocks—St. Patrick’s Day is bursting with colorful fun.

First Day of Spring (March 20th)

Celebrate the official arrival of spring with nature walks, bird-watching, or fresh flower crafts. Use this day to kick off any planting or gardening projects you’ve been preparing for, and welcome the warmer weather with open arms!

Fun and Educational Activities for March

Craft Corner

  • Rainbow Sensory Bins: Use colored rice or pasta to represent each color of the rainbow. Hide small items for a mini “treasure hunt.”
  • Paper Flower Wreaths: Celebrate the first day of spring by making colorful wreaths from paper or felt.
  • Leprechaun Traps: Encourage kids to design creative traps with household items, teaching basic problem-solving skills.
  • Kite-Making: Use tissue paper or light plastic, then test your kite’s flight on a breezy March day!

Kitchen Experiments

  • Mini Pies for Pi Day: Let kids measure out ingredients, learning math as they bake.
  • Green Smoothies: Perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or a healthy snack theme. Talk about vitamins and nutrients.

Outdoor and Indoor Games

  • Nature Scavenger Hunt: Spot early signs of spring like budding flowers or chirping birds.
  • Musical “Rainsong” Chairs: Adapt a version of musical chairs to celebrate weather changes—use rain-themed music or sounds.

Educational Field Trip Ideas

  • Local Farms: Check out baby animals and learn how farmers prepare for the spring season.
  • Planetariums (Space Theme): Expand on your space theme by visiting a local planetarium if available.

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March themes and holidays.

March brings an exciting mix of weather, learning opportunities, and fun holidays. Whether you dive into women’s history, celebrate the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss, or get outside to spot the first signs of spring, there’s an abundance of ways to make the most of this vibrant month. Happy March!

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