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Spring is in the air, and with it comes a new month of exciting learning adventures for your preschooler!
This March, we’re exploring the wonders of wildlife, celebrating inspiring women, diving into hands-on math fun, and embracing happiness through storytelling and poetry.
Each week is filled with engaging activities, including read-alouds, crafts, songs, and outdoor explorations—all designed to nurture curiosity and creativity in your little one.
Week 1: Learning about Wildlife
March 3 – World Wildlife Day
This week, we embark on an adventure into the animal kingdom! Through stories, crafts, songs, and outdoor exploration, we will learn about different animals and their unique movements, habitats, and characteristics. Get ready to discover the wonderful world of wildlife!
Activities:
Animal Story Time: Read Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle.
Read Along: My First Book of Wild Animals
Animal Masks/Puppets: Create animal masks or puppets using paper plates, construction paper, markers, and craft sticks. Encourage toddlers to act out the story with their masks or puppets.
Movement Activity: Learn all about how animals move and practice moving like them. Check out Animals Move by Jane Whittingham – Watch here
Nature Walk: Take a walk outside and look for animals or signs of wildlife. Discuss the animals they see and their habitats.
Week 2: Celebrating International Women’s Day
March 8 – International Women’s Day
This week, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of women throughout history and in our lives today. Through inspiring stories, creative activities, and role-playing, we will highlight the importance of strong female role models and the many ways women make a difference in the world.
Activities:
Inspirational Stories: Share stories about inspiring women, such as She Persisted by Chelsea Clinton.
Art Activity: Encourage toddlers to draw someone they admire, whether it's a family member, teacher, or fictional character.
Role-Playing: Set up a pretend play area with costumes and props where children can role-play as scientists, artists, or other inspiring women.
Sing Along: The Wheels On The Bus – Watch here
March 14 – Pi Day
Activities:
Playdough Pies: Use playdough to create "pies" and introduce the concept of circles. For older preschoolers, count how many "slices" they can make from each pie.
Circle Exploration: Look for and identify circular objects around the room or home.
Week 3: International Day of Happiness, World Storytelling Day, and World Poetry Day
March 20 – International Day of Happiness
This week, we focus on joy, storytelling, and poetry as we celebrate happiness and creativity! We’ll explore emotions, create stories, and dive into the magic of words through fun and interactive activities.
Activities:
Cheerful Story Time: Read The Feelings Book by Todd Parr.
Happiness Collage: Create a "happiness collage" using magazine cutouts, stickers, and drawings that represent things that make the children happy.
Sing Along: If You’re Happy And You Know It – Watch here
March 20 – World Storytelling Day
Story Creation: Encourage kids to create their own story using puppets or drawings. Parents can help write down the story as the child narrates.
Sing Along: The Left vs. Right Song! – Watch here
March 20 – Spring is Here!
Learn About Spring: Watch What Happens in Spring? – Watch here
Sing Along: Spring is Here – Watch here
March 21 – World Poetry Day
Rhyming Poem: Read a simple, rhyming poem and let children fill in the missing rhymes with their own words.
Sensory Poem: Create a sensory poem about colors or feelings. Discuss different colors and how they make the children feel, then craft a poem together.
Read Along: The Worm That Wouldn’t Wiggle – Watch here
Read Along: Chicka Chicka 1, 2, 3 – Watch here
Sing Along: Boom Chicka Boom! – Watch here
Week 4: Sensory Learning & Exploring Textures
Let’s Learn Through Our Senses
This week, we're diving into the world of sensory learning as we explore textures, sounds, and all the fun that sensory play brings! Sensory activities are an amazing way to help toddlers develop crucial skills while keeping them engaged and curious.
Activities:
Texture Scavenger HuntCreate a list of textures (rough, smooth, bumpy, soft) and have the children search the room or outdoors for objects that match each texture. Encourage them to describe how each texture feels with their hands!
Sensory BinsFill bins with different materials like rice, pasta, sand, or fabric. Add small toys or objects for the children to find, providing opportunities for exploration and fine motor skills development.
Textured Collage ArtUse a variety of materials such as fabric scraps, textured paper, felt, and cotton balls for children to glue onto paper, creating their own textured masterpiece.
Homemade InstrumentsLet children make their own simple instruments, such as shakers using rice and bottles or drums from pots and wooden spoons. Have them explore rhythm and sound as they create their beats.
At HIPPY Halton, we believe that learning starts at home, and parents are a child’s first and most important teacher.
Our program provides families with the tools and resources to support their child’s early learning journey through play, literacy, and meaningful activities.
If you’re interested in learning more about how HIPPY can support your family, visit us today and join our wonderful community of learners!
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