March is seeing the first signs of spring. Below are a few ideas with links to crafts and recipes you can create with your children this March!
3/1- Happy National Fruit Compote Day! Compote is French for mixture and has a long French history! A compote is a dessert made of pieces of fruit in sugar syrup cooked in water and seasonings. The French believed that fruit cooled in sugar syrup balanced out the effects of humidity on the body. Initially served as a warm snack, during the Renaissance, it was chilled and served after dinner. National Fruit Compote Day
Sparkee Visits Kangaroo Kids
3/1-In Honor of Read Across America Kangaroo Kids will have Sparkee from the Somerset Patriots visit to read the children a story!
3/2 –National Read Across America Day – Falls on Dr. Seuss’ birthday. It is a campaign to help celebrate reading across America. Kangaroo Kids will be hosting special events during the first week of March to celebrate. On March 2nd in honor of National Read Across America Day/Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Can you make Cat in The Hat birthday hash browns to go with your green eggs and ham or a cat in the hat fruit kabobs. We have included some more cat-in-the-hat-activities for you to engage in with child for the whole week.
3/3 -On National Anthem Day the U.S.A. adopted “The Star-Spangled Banner” as our national anthem. Francis Scott Key, the author served in the army during the War of 1812. After a long night of battle during the war, he penned the lyrics to the song. Do you know how many verses make up the Star-Spangled Banner? It’s FOUR! I had no idea! It is an amazing story highlighting a battle during The War of 1812. Read or sing the lyrics in this link! Lyrics
3/6 -Although unknown in origin, March 6th is National Oreo Cookie Day, do we really need a reason to celebrate Oreos? What is your favorite flavor? We, at Kangaroo Kids also use the Oreo cookie as a reminder of positive communications! Always start and end with the positive just like the top and bottom of an Oreo! In honor of National Oreo Day, can you help Mom and Dad make this No Bake Oreo Cake
March 4 -8th – Donuts for Dad @ 9:30am-10:30am.
March 4th-Discovery Preschool
March 5- Waddlers
March 6th-PreK
March 7th– Preschool
March 8th-Young Explorers and Kindergarten
3/7 Do you remember as a child reading your favorite cereal box or waiting to see who would be lucky enough to get the prize in the box? Cereal has come a long way since its beginning in 1854 thanks to Dr. Kellogg. Can you guess how many boxes of cereal are sold each year? On National Cereal Day grab a box, a bowl, some milk, and fruit for an easy dinner! http://www.nationalcerealday.com/
Kangaroo Kids School Wide Picture Day will be the week of March 11-13th.
3/11 Young Explorers and Waddlers
3/12-Discovery Preschool and Preschool
3/13-PreK and Kindergarten
3/14 National Pi Day is on March 14th! What do you know about Pi, not to be confused with Pie!
3/14 Who can name the four parts of a butterfly’s life cycle? On Learn About Butterflies Day, it’s a great day to begin this study! (The answer is egg, larva, pupa and adult!). On Learn About Butterflies Day, surprise your little love bugs with a creative snack! It’s versatile enough so you can individualize each snack! Don’t forget to visit Kangaroo Kids butterfly garden!
3/15 St. Patrick’s Day Classroom parties along with School Wide Wear Green Day!
3/17 St. Patrick’s Day is held in observance of the death of St. Patrick the Patron saint of Ireland! “May the wind always be at your back and the sunshine warmly on your face.” Here are some fun activities 7 Fun St Patrick’s Day Activities for Kids – Kid Activities and National Geographic. Want to make your own Leprechaun? All you need is some paper, paint and a plastic fork!
3/19 National Let’s Laugh Day! Brought to you this year by (homemade laffy taffy) — the candy that has been bringing you and your family little bites of joy with jokes on every wrapper since 1971 — Let’s Laugh Day is a chance to have a chuckle with the ones you love Here are a few National Let’s Laugh Facts for your reading.
We all need some more laughter in our lives. Some studies have shown that laughter may boost your immune system, relieve tension, and help you relax.
3/19 Happy First Day of Spring! Today marks the end of winter and brings us longer days! What are some things you like to do when Spring arrives? Here are a few spring-activities-for-kids!
3/20 It’s National Ravioli Day! What is your favorite ravioli filling? Meat, lobster, cheese???
Help Mom and Dad make this easy Baked Ravioli! You just need a few ingredients!
3/23 is There are dozens of dips to compliment your favorite chips and dozens of chips to compliment your favorite dip on National Chip and Dip Day!!
3/27 Ever wanted to change your name? Well on this silly National Joe Day, if you ever wanted to change your name, even if for 1 day, March 27th you can call yourself Joe!
3/30: National Manatee Appreciation Day Sea cows are considered large and graceful. These herbivores have been on the endangered species list since 1967. On the last Wednesday in March, we get to appreciate the calm herbivore who spends their days eating, sleeping, and traveling. Today, we appreciate the Manatee!
3/31 March 31st is National Crayon Day! Can you guess how many crayons Crayola makes a year? Have broken crayons and wondering what to do with them? How about these cookie cutter crayon crafts? Go check out the attractions at the Crayola Factory in PA.
4/1-4/5 Week of the Young Child- according to the NAEYC website, “The Week of the Young Child is a time to ‘recognize that children’s opportunities are our responsibilities, and to recommit ourselves to ensuring that each and every child experiences the type of early environment—at home, at childcare, at school, and in the community.
Please take pictures of your activities and share them with your classrooms! We would love to see what you create and your family fun activities!
Don’t forget to check out the Kangaroo Kids Website for information on events and community service projects!
There are great websites that detail fun & often free things to do in New Jersey every month! Call ahead and make sure the activities are happening before you head out for your day!
Don’t forget to check out events at the local Library
