Are you looking for some Lions thematic unit ideas to use in your classroom? Create a thematic unit about Lions across all the curricular areas.
From a literature list to art projects, your students explore the theme of Lions. Check this list to explore some wonderful Lions unit ideas that can be used with this exciting theme.
1. Lions Themed Literature Lists
A Lions thematic unit has so many wonderful choices for literature. You could create a literature-based thematic unit based on one of the numerous Lions themed stories. Here are just a few Lions books.
Lions Literature List
- Lionheart by Richard Collingridge
- The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
- Library Lion by Michelle Knudsen
- Lionel and Molly Colors by Joanna Lake
- Caring for Your Lion by Tammi Saur
- When Your Lion Needs a Bath by Susanna Leonard Hill
- Henry and Leo by Pamela Zagarenski
- The Lion Inside by Rachel Bright
- Sun Flower Lion by Kevin Henkes
- Lionel and the Lion’s Share by Lou Peacock
- Lion Lesson by Jon Agee
- Little Red and the Very Hungry Lion by Alex T. Smith
- I Thought I Saw a Lion by Lydia Nichols
2. Lions Language Arts Centers & Activities
There are numerous language arts centers and activities that can be used with a Lions thematic unit. From classroom made books to phonic games students will enjoy the variety of centers and activities while learning about Lions. Check out this list!
Lions Themed Language Arts Centers & Activities
- Lions Writing Word Bank
- “All About Lions” Classroom Book
- “Lions Senses” Student Booklet
- Lions Student Story
- Lions Story Elements Graphic Organizers
- Lions Beginning, Middle & Ending Story Graphic Organizers
- Lions Sequence Story Retelling Graphic Organizers
- Lions Beginning Sound Capital & Lowercase Match Games
- Lions Make a Short Vowel Word Family Game
- Lions Short Vowel Sounds Roll It! Read It! Words & Sentences
- Lions Word Games
- Lions Build a Word Game
3. Lions Mathematics Centers and Activities
Let us look at some Lions mathematics centers and activities that you could use with your students. These activities could be used by lower elementary students, along with special education students depending on their skill level. Try one of these Lions thematic unit math activities with your students!
Lions Themed Math Centers & Activities:
- Lions Counting Student Booklet
- Lions Ten Frame Roll & Cover Game
- Lions Number & Number Word Match Game
- Lions Counting Games
- Lions Number & Ten Frames Matching Game
- Lions Roll & Cover Math Games
- Lions Addition & Subtractions Facts Clip Game
- Lions Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Lions Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtractions Sentences with Ten Frames
- Lions Build 3-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Lions 5 In a Row Math Game Cards: 2 & 3 Addends
- Lions Roll & Bump Math Games: 2 & 3 Addends
4. Lions Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
Lions are a great theme for investigations in science and social studies. There are several Lions activities that you can do with your students that promote learning in these areas. Here are some suggestions for you!
Lions Themed Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
- Lions Writing Word Bank
- “All About Lions” Student Booklet
- “All About Lions” Classroom Book
- Lions Venn Diagram Soap Lions vs Tigers
- My Lion Story
- Lions & the Mouse STEM Challenge
- Moving a Lion Simple Machines
- Lion Snack
- Lion Report
- Mapping Lions Habitats
5. Lions Art & Technology Centers & Activities
Who does not love to see beautiful Lions art projects? Students would love to create Lions themed art projects along with using technology to work on learning skills in this theme. Look at these ideas for you!
Lions Themed Art & Technology Centers & Activities
- Footprint Lion Art Project
- Paper Plate Lion Art Project
- Cardboard Tube Lion Art Project
- Tissue Paper & Handprint Lion Project
- Foam & Ribbons Art Project
- Bow Tie Pasta Noodle Lion Art Project
- Lions Counting Google Slides
- Lions Build a Word BOOM Cards
- Lions Number & Ten Frame Match BOOM & Task Cards
- Lions Patterns BOOM Cards
In summary, there are many engaging Lions thematic unit ideas. You and your children can explore the units with books, centers, and activities. Whatever subject you choose, your students will have a wonderful time discovering the literature and activities you choose.
To read more topics about thematic units check out my blog, “Why Use Thematic Units In Your Classroom or Home School?”
