Are you looking for some Track thematic unit ideas to use in your classroom? Create a thematic unit about Track across all the curricular areas.
From a literature list to art projects, have your students explore the theme of Track. Check this list to explore some wonderful Track unit ideas that can be used with this exciting theme.
1. Track Themed Literature Lists
A Track thematic unit has so many wonderful choices for literature. You could create a literature-based thematic unit based on one of the numerous Track themed stories. Here are just a few Track books.
Track Literature List
- Girl Running by Annette bay Pimental
- Marathon Mouse by Amy Dixon
- Running is Totally for Me by Cassie Celestain
- Jesse Owens by David Adler
- Unbeatable Betty by Betty Robinson
- Touch the Sky by Alice Coachman
- Run, Mo, Run by David Adler
- Curious George and the Summer Games by H. A. Rey
- The Berenstain Bears’ Big Track Meet by Mike Berenstain
- Sadiq and the Fun Run by Siman Nuurali
- Run, Billy Run by Matt Christopher
- Running Wild by Jake Maddox
- Sloths Don’t Run by Tori McGee
2. Track Language Arts Centers & Activities
There are numerous language arts centers and activities that can be used with a Track thematic unit. From classroom made books to phonic games students will enjoy the variety of centers and activities while learning about Track. Check out this list!
Track Themed Language Arts Centers & Activities
- Track Writing Word Bank
- “All About Track” Classroom Book
- “Track Counting” Student Booklet
- Track Student Story
- Track Story Elements Graphic Organizers
- Track Beginning, Middle & Ending Story Graphic Organizers
- Track Sequence Story Retelling Graphic Organizers
- Track Beginning Sound Capital & Lowercase Match Games
- Track Make a Short Vowel Word Family Game
- Track Short Vowel Sounds Roll It! Read It! Words & Sentences
- Track Word Games
- Track Build a Word Game
3. Track Mathematics Centers and Activities
Let us look at some Track 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 Track thematic unit math activities with your students!
Track Themed Math Centers & Activities:
- Track Counting Student Booklet
- Track Ten Frame Roll & Cover Game
- Track Number & Number Word Match Game
- Track Counting Games
- Track Number & Ten Frames Matching Game
- Track Roll & Cover Math Games
- Track Addition & Subtractions Facts Clip Game
- Track Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Track Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtractions Sentences with Ten Frames
- Track Build 3-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Track 5 In a Row Math Game Cards: 2 & 3 Addends
- Track Roll & Bump Math Games: 2 & 3 Addends
4. Track Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
Track is a great theme to do investigations in science and social studies. There are several Track activities that you can do with your students that promote learning in these areas. Here are some suggestions for you!
Track Themed Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
- Track Writing Word Bank
- “My Favorite Track Events” Student Booklet
- “All About Track” Classroom Book
- Track Events Venn Diagram
- Track Story
- Long Jump With Plastic Frogs
- Mini Pole Vault
- Javelin Throw
- History of Track and Field
- Track & Field Heroes
5. Track Art & Technology Centers & Activities
Who does not love to see beautiful Track art projects? Students would love to create Track themed art projects along with using technology to work on learning skills in this theme. Look at these ideas for you!
Track Themed Art & Technology Centers & Activities
- Track Jersey Art Project
- Track Medal Award Art Project
- Plastic Spoon Laurel Wreaths
- Licorice and Orea Gold Medals
- Tissue Paper Torches
- Paper Plate Discs
- Track Counting Google Slides
- Track Build a Word BOOM Cards
- Track Number & Ten Frame Match BOOM & Task Cards
- Track Patterns BOOM Cards
In summary, there are many engaging Track thematic unit ideas. You and your children can explore the units with books, centers, and activities. Whatever theme 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?”
