Even though your students may not be in class all the days of March, use the prompts from those days as additional writing practice.
March 1
On this day in 1872, Yellowstone National Park was established. Write about one of the following:
- Your favorite camping, hiking or backpacking trip.
- Where you would like to go camping, hiking or backpacking. PDF
March 2
March 2nd is “Read Across America Day” in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday. Explain to a younger student why it’s important to learn how to read. PDF
Note: don't miss our large Dr. Seuss - Read Across America section for a lot more Dr. Seuss activities
March 3
Today, March 3rd, marks the beginning of the Iditarod race. Using resources in the classroom, learn five (5) facts about the Iditarod and summarize them in your own words. You may even want to pick a musher to follow during the entire race. PDF
On this day in 1847, inventor Alexander Graham Bell was born. Bell is probably best known for his development of the telephone. What do you think our telephones will be like in 20 years? PDF
March 4
On this day in 1789, Congress met for the first time. Using resources in the classroom, learn five (5) facts about Congress and summarize them in your own words. PDF
March 5
March is “National Sauce Month.” What is your favorite type of sauce? Be sure to include great descriptive words. PDF
March 6
On this day in 1912, Oreo Cookies were sold for the first time. Describe to someone how you like to eat your Oreo. PDF
On March 6, 1475, artist Michelangelo was born. Using resources in the classroom, learn five (5) facts about the Michelangelo and summarize them in your own words. PDF
March 7
On this day in 1849, scientist Luther Burbank was born. Burbank was a botanist, or someone who studies plant life. He was known for developing new types of flowers and plants. Do you think it’s important that scientist develop new types of plant life? Why or why not? PDF
March 8
March 8th is “Working Women’s Day.” Many people feel that being a stay-at-home-mom is full-time job. Do you agree or disagree and why? PDF
March 9
On this day in 1454, explorer Amerigo Vespucci was born. The continent we live on is named after Vespucci. What part of the world would you like to sail to and explore? Why did you choose this destination? PDF
March 10
In 806 A.D. in China, the first paper money was used. If you could design new paper money for the U.S., what would it look like? What denominations, or amounts, would you create? Be sure to include a sketch of your new paper currency. PDF
Today is “Harriet Tubman Day.” Tubman was an abolitionist. This means that she worked to get rid of slavery. She helped many slaves escape to freedom on the Underground Railroad. Using resources in the classroom, learn five (5) facts about Harriet Tubman and/or the Underground Railroad and summarize them in your own words. PDF
March 11
March 11th is “Johnny Appleseed Day.” John Chapman, known as Johnny Appleseed, was responsible for introducing apple trees to many regions of the western frontier. Why do you think apples were valuable to the early settlers? How were they able to use them? PDF
March 12
Today marks the anniversary of the death of Anne Frank who died in 1945. This brave young woman is well known for the diary she kept, capturing her time in hiding from the Nazi soldiers. Do you keep diary or journal of your own? Do you think it was good for her diary to be published? Why or why not? PDF
March 13
March 13th is “Good Samaritan Day.” Make a list of the last ten (10) things you did to help others. You may also want to create a list of ten (10) additional things you could do to help others. PDF
March 14
On this day in 1879, scientist Albert Einstein was born. At an early age, Einstein showed great interest in math and science. How and why is math important to everyday life and jobs? PDF
March 15
March 15th is “Absolutely Incredible Kid Day.” Create an award that you would give to yourself for being so incredible. Be sure to explain why you would give yourself this specific award. PDF
March 16
On this day in 1751, our 4th President, James Madison was born. Madison was the oldest of twelve (12) children. What do you think would be the advantages and/or disadvantages of having eleven (11) siblings? Would you like to have eleven younger brothers and sisters? PDF
March 17
Today is St. Patrick’s Day. As you probably know, the color green and the shamrock (a three-leaf clover) are symbols associated with this holiday. Create a list of other holidays and the symbols that are known to represent that specific holiday. Are there some holidays that don’t have a symbol? What symbol would you give them? PDF
March 18
Today marks the first walk in space. Would you liked to have been the first person to walk in space? Why or why not? PDF
On March 18, 1837, Grover Cleveland was born. Cleveland later became the 22nd & 24th President of the United States. He was known for his honesty and courage. What two (2) character traits do you feel you are best known for? PDF
March 19
This is “National Clean Your Closet Week.” Make a plan of how you will clean your closet someday this week. Do you have any items or clothing that you can donate to charity? PDF
March 20
Today marks the first day of spring. What is your favorite season and why? PDF
March 21
Today is “Children’s Poetry Day.” Using your favorite form of poetry, write a poem about what it means to be a kid. Think about the advantages and disadvantages. PDF
March 22
March 22nd is “National Goof Off Day.” When you have the chance to goof off, what is your favorite activity and why? PDF
March 23
Today is “Toast Day.” What is your favorite topping for toast? Explain to someone how to create this “toasty” treat. PDF
March 24
On March 24, 1874, magician Harry Houdini was born. What is the best magic treat you have seen or that you have performed yourself? PDF
March 25
On this day, pancakes were first made. Many would consider pancakes to be their favorite breakfast food. Would you? What is your favorite food to eat for breakfast? PDF
March 26
March 26th is “Make up Your Own Holiday Day.” So, create your own holiday! Keep the following in mind:
- The day
- The reason for celebrating
- Special events that will take place
- Any type of symbols that will be associated with your holiday PDF
March 27
On this day in 1964, Alaska was hit by an 8.4 earthquake. The “Great Alaska Earthquake” was the most powerful earthquake recorded in the U.S. and North America. Using resources in the classroom, learn five (5) facts about the earthquakes and summarize them in your own words. PDF
March 28
On March 28, 1881, “The Greatest Show on Earth,” also known as the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, was formed. Would you like to be a performer in the circus? Why or why not and what would you like to do? PDF
March 29
On this day in 1885, Coca-Cola was invented. If you could invent your own soda, what would it be? What is its flavor? What type of bottle would it come in? What would its name be? PDF
March 30
On this day in 1858, the patent for a pencil with an attached eraser was issued. Taking your pencil’s point of view, what do you think a typical day in your classroom would be like? PDF
March 31
On this day, the first map of the United States was published. Create a map of either your classroom or school. PDF
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Below are daily writing prompts for the month of March. The majority of the prompts are related to the various events on our March Events Calendar. These events include birthdays, holidays, monthly celebrations, and important dates in history. Some of the dates include two different writing prompts to choose from. You can download a PDF form of the writing prompt.
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