March Madness: Fun Holidays for Classroom Celebrations!

February 29, 2024

March Madness: Fun Holidays for Classroom Celebrations!

March is here, and it's time to celebrate some exciting and quirky holidays that can add a dash of fun and learning to your classroom! From literary adventures to global awareness days, let's dive into the list of holidays and explore some engaging activities for teachers and homeschool parents to enjoy with their students.

Click on the title of the day to get more activities for each day!

1. National Pig Day (March 1st)

- Celebrate our favorite pink pals by learning about pigs' habitats and behaviors.
- Have students create pig-themed crafts or stories featuring their own imaginative pig characters.

2. Read Across America Day (March 2nd)

- Honor the beloved Dr. Seuss and encourage a love of reading with storytelling sessions.
- Organize a book exchange where students can swap their favorite stories with classmates.

3. Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race (Begins in early March)

- Embark on a virtual journey along the Iditarod trail, learning about the history and challenges of sled dog racing.
- Have students research and present information about famous sled dogs or mushers.

4. Global Day of the Engineer (March 4th)

- Inspire budding engineers by exploring STEM activities like building bridges or designing paper airplanes.
- Invite a guest speaker, such as a local engineer, to share their experiences and insights with students.

5. National Cheese Doodle Day (March 5th)

- Get cheesy with a taste test of different cheese snacks and discuss their ingredients and flavors.
- Host a creative challenge where students design their own cheese doodle flavors and packaging.

6. Dentist Day (March 6th)

- Promote dental health awareness with discussions about proper brushing and flossing techniques.
- Create dental-themed art projects or role-play scenarios at a pretend dentist office.

7. Alexander Graham Bell Day (March 7th)

- Explore the history of communication technology and its impact on society.
- Conduct a science experiment to understand how sound travels, inspired by Bell's invention of the telephone.

8. National Proofreading Day (March 8th)

- Sharpen language skills with proofreading exercises and grammar games.
- Encourage students to edit and revise their own writing pieces, emphasizing the importance of accuracy and attention to detail.

9. National Meatball Day (March 9th)

- Whip up a batch of homemade meatballs and learn about the cultural origins of this tasty dish.
- Host a meatball taste test with different sauces or variations from around the world.

10. International Day of Awesomeness (March 10th)

- Celebrate each student's unique talents and interests with a day of recognition and appreciation.
- Encourage students to share stories of acts of kindness or moments of awesomeness they've experienced or witnessed.

And the fun doesn't stop there! Here's a list of more exciting holidays happening in March:

11. Johnny Appleseed Day (March 11th)

12. National Plant a Flower Day (March 12th)

13. National Good Samaritan Day (March 13th)

14. Pi Day (March 14th)

15. National Shoe the World Day (March 15th)

16. National Panda Day (March 16th)

17. St. Patrick’s Day (March 17th)

18. Global Recycling Day (March 18th)

19. National Poultry Day (March 19th)

20. National Storytelling Day (March 20th)

21. World Puppetry Day (March 21st)