Are you looking for the top February thematic units to use in your classroom? Check this list to celebrate some wonderful holidays in February.
First, let’s begin this February thematic unit journey with the topic. Second, a literature list that relates to the topic choice. And finally, centers and activities that can be developed to use throughout the themed unit.
1. Groundhog Day Unit
What a great way to start the month! There are so many great books and activities to do about the Groundhog. Kids love to guess whether the Groundhog will see his shadow or not! Will we have six more weeks of winter?
Groundhog’s Day Literature:
- Wake Up, Groundhog! Susanna Leonard Hill
- Ground Gets a Say: Pamela Curtis Swallow
- Groundhog Day! Gail Gibbons
- Groundhog’s Day Off: Robb Pearlman
- Ten Grouch Groundhogs: Kathryn Heling
- It’s Groundhog Day: Steven Kroll
Groundhog’s Day Themed Centers & Activities
- On Groundhog Day: Classroom Book
- “I See Groundhogs” Color and Counting Student Booklet
- Groundhog Heart Face Art Project
- Groundhog Make a Word Game
- Groundhog Roll & Cover Math Games
2. Abraham Lincoln Thematic Unit
One of our great American heroes, Abraham Lincoln makes a great thematic unit for students to learn all about this wonderful leader. Enjoy the rich literature and activities about his life and how he impacted the life’s of so many.
Lincoln Literature:
- The Story of Abraham Lincoln: Patricia A. Pingry
- I Am Abraham Lincoln: Brad Meltzer
- Abraham Lincoln: The Boy Who Love Books: Kay Winters
- Who Was Abraham Lincoln: Janet B. Pascal
- Abe Lincoln’s Hat: Martha Brenner
Lincoln Themed Centers & Activities
- All About Abraham Lincoln: Classroom Book
- Abraham Lincoln Student Booklet
- Lincoln Hat Fact Art Project
- Lincoln Roll It! Read It! Short Vowel Words & Sentences Game Cards
- Lincoln Roll & Cover Math Game
3. Valentine’s Day Thematic Unit
Valentine’s Day is a special holiday to show a person how much you care for them. The books about Valentine’s Day are numerous, as are the activities that you could do with your students.
Valentine Literature:
- Love Splat: Rob Scotton
- Love Monster: Rachel Bright
- Happy Valentine’s Day, Mouse: Laura Numberoff
- Rose are Pink, Your Feet Really Stink: Diane de Groat
- Pete the Cat Valentine’s Day is Cool: Kimberly & James Dean
Valentine Centers & Activities
- Love Is: Classroom Book
- How Many Hearts? Counting & Color Student Booklet
- Love Splat Art Project
- Love Bug Make a Word Game
- Valentine’s Day Roll and Bump Game Cards
4. Presidents’ Day Thematic Unit
Presidents’ Day is a great way to learn about what our president’s duties are as the leader of the nation. There are several books and activities to help kids learn about what a president must do once he takes office.
Presidents’ Day Literature:
- If I Were President: Catherine Stier
- President’s Day: Anne Rockwell
- Grace for President: Kelly S. Dipucchio
- Duck for President: Doreen Cronin
- Arthur Meets the President: Marc Brown
Presidents’ Day Themed Centers & Activities
- If I Were President: Classroom Book
- Venn Diagram Comparing Washington & Lincoln
- President’s Day Word Bank & Story
- Presidents’ Day Real or Nonsense Word Sort
- Presidents’ Day More, Less, or Equal Clip Game
5. George Washington Thematic Unit
Another one of America’s greatest heroes. He is considered the Father of our Country. Kids can learn so many facts about what this wonderful president did as a boy and how he led people to form the United States of America.
Washington Literature:
- The Story of George Washington: Patricia A. Pingry
- I am George Washington: Brad Meltzer
- A Picture Book of George Washington: David A. Adler
- Who Was George Washington: Roberta Edwards
- Take the lead, George Washington! Judith St. George
Washington Themed Centers & Activities
- All About George Washington: Classroom Book
- George Washington Facts Student Booklet
- My George Washington Student Story
- Washington Roll It! Read It! Words & Sentences Game Cards
- George Washington Roll & Cover Game
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In summary, you are able to explore so many February thematic units with books and activities to celebrate the holidays of this month. Whatever theme you choose your students will have a wonderful time discovering with the literature and activities you choose.
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To read more topics about thematic units check out my blog, “Why Use Thematic Units In Your Classroom or Home School?”
