Are you looking for some Unicorns thematic unit ideas to use in your classroom? Create a thematic unit about Unicorns across all the curricular areas.
From a literature list to art projects, have your students explore the theme of Unicorns. Check this list to explore some wonderful Unicorns unit ideas that can be used with this exciting theme.
1. Unicorns Themed Literature Lists
A Unicorns thematic unit has so many wonderful choices for literature. You could create a literature-based thematic unit based on one of the numerous Unicorns themed stories. Here are just a few Unicorns books.
Unicorns Literature List
- Unicorns Are Real by Holly Hatam
- How to Catch a Unicorn by Adam Wallace
- I’m a Unicorn by Helen Yoon
- A Unicorn on a Unicycle by Lynda Graham Barber
- There’s a Unicorn in Your Book by Tom Fletcher
- Little Unicorn by Rhiannon Fielding
- Margaret’s Unicorn by Briony May Smith
- Invasion of the Unicorns by David Biedrzycki
- Unit the Unicorn by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
- Unicorns 101 by Cal Atkinson
- How to Be a Unicorn by Matt Huntley
- I’m a Unicorn by Mallory Loehr
- Peppa’s Magical Unicorn by Cala Spinner
- There’s No Such Thing as a Unicorn by Lucy Rowland
2. Unicorns Language Arts Centers & Activities
There are numerous language arts centers and activities that can be used with a Unicorns thematic unit. From classroom made books to phonic games students will enjoy the variety of centers and activities while learning about Unicorns. Check out this list!
Unicorns Themed Language Arts Centers & Activities
- Unicorns Writing Word Bank
- “To Catch a Unicorn” Classroom Book
- “Unicorns Counting” Student Booklet
- Unicorns Student Story
- Unicorns Story Elements Graphic Organizers
- Unicorns Beginning, Middle & Ending Story Graphic Organizers
- Unicorns Sequence Story Retelling Graphic Organizers
- Unicorns Beginning Sound Capital & Lowercase Match Games
- Unicorns Make a Short Vowel Word Family Game
- Unicorns Short Vowel Sounds Roll It! Read It! Words & Sentences
- Unicorns Word Games
- Unicorns Build a Word Game
3. Unicorns Mathematics Centers and Activities
Let us look at some Unicorns 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 Unicorns thematic unit math activities with your students!
Unicorns Themed Math Centers & Activities:
- Unicorns Counting Student Booklet
- Unicorns Ten Frame Roll & Cover Game
- Unicorns Number & Number Word Match Game
- Unicorns Counting Games
- Unicorns Number & Ten Frames Matching Game
- Unicorns Roll & Cover Math Games
- Unicorns Addition & Subtractions Facts Clip Game
- Unicorns Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Unicorns Build 2-Addend Addition & Subtractions Sentences with Ten Frames
- Unicorns Build 3-Addend Addition & Subtraction Sentences
- Unicorns 5 In a Row Math Game Cards: 2 & 3 Addends
- Unicorns Roll & Bump Math Games: 2 & 3 Addends
4. Unicorns Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
Unicorns are a great theme to do investigations in science and social studies. There are several Unicorns activities that you can do with your students that promote learning in these areas. Here are some suggestions for you!
Unicorns Themed Science & Social Studies Centers & Activities
- Unicorns Writing Word Bank
- “Unicorn Senses” Student Booklet
- “How To Catch a Unicorn” Classroom Book
- Unicorns Vs Horses Venn Diagram
- Unicorns Story
- Unicorn Slime
- Unicorn Noodles
- Unicorn Build a Bridge
- History of Unicorns
- Folklore About Unicorns
5. Unicorns Art & Technology Centers & Activities
Who does not love to see beautiful Unicorns art projects? Students would love to create Unicorns themed art projects along with using technology to work on learning skills in this theme. Look at these ideas for you!
Unicorns Themed Art & Technology Centers & Activities
- Paper Plate Unicorn Art Project
- Unicorn Heart Art Project
- Unicorn Mask
- Paper Bag Puppets
- Unicorn Book Marks
- Unicorn Magnets
- Unicorns Counting Google Slides
- Unicorns Build a Word BOOM Cards
- Unicorns Number & Ten Frame Match BOOM & Task Cards
- Unicorns Patterns BOOM Cards
In summary, there are many engaging Unicorns 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?”