I’ve put together a list of must-read picture books that align with March’s special days. These books will help you connect literacy with real-world celebrations, making learning fun and relevant. Plus, I have a special freebie for you—keep reading!

March National Days & Picture Books to Inspire Learning

📚 March 1 – National Pig Day
Piglette by Katelyn Aronson – A charming piglet travels to Paris to find her purpose and discovers that being true to herself is the most beautiful thing of all.

📚 March 4 – National Grammar Day
A Boy Like You by Frank Murphy and Kayla Harren – This empowering book encourages boys to use their words wisely, be kind, and embrace their unique strengths.

📚 March 5 – National Day of Unplugging
Unplugged by Steve Antony – Blip, a little robot, discovers the wonders of the outside world when she accidentally unplugs from technology.

📚 March 8 – International Women’s Day
She Persisted Around the World by Chelsea Clinton – A powerful collection of stories about incredible women who changed history through perseverance and courage.

📚 March 9 – National Meatball Day
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett – A whimsical tale about a town where food falls from the sky, sparking imagination and laughter.

📚 March 12 – National Plant a Flower Day
What’s Inside a Flower? by Rachel Ignotofsky – A beautifully illustrated nonfiction book that explores the science behind how flowers grow.

📚 March 13 – National Earmuff Day
Earmuffs for Everyone by Meghan McCarthy – A fascinating and fun history of how earmuffs were invented and their impact on the world.

📚 March 15 – National Panda Day
When I Draw a Panda by Amy June Bates – A delightful story that celebrates creativity, imagination, and the joy of drawing.

📚 March 16 – National No Selfies Day
The Book With No Pictures by B.J. Novak – A hilarious, interactive read-aloud that proves words alone can bring laughter and fun.

📚 March 22 – National Tamale Day
Too Many Tamales by Gary Soto and Ed Martinez – A heartwarming holiday tale about family, tradition, and an unforgettable kitchen mishap.

📚 March 27 – National Scribble Day
Scribble Stones by Diane Alber – A sweet story that turns scribbles into something beautiful, encouraging kindness and creativity.

📚 March 31 – National Crayon Day
The Crayon Man by Natascha Biebow and Steven Salerno – The inspiring true story of how Crayola crayons were invented, bringing color into children’s lives.

Bring Picture Books to Life in Your Classroom

Using picture books for March national days creates engaging, cross-curricular learning experiences. Here are some ideas:

• Discussion & Reflection – Connect each book to the national day’s theme through class discussions and writing prompts.
• STEM & Creativity – Pair books like What’s Inside a Flower? and Scribble Stones with hands-on activities.
• Cultural Connections – Books like Too Many Tamales and She Persisted Around the World open the door for meaningful conversations on traditions and diversity.

This BRAND NEW resource is the pot of gold at the end of you national days rainbow! This is an interactive March National Days calendar with some guided morning meeting and turn/talk questions to go along with each book. This is free for this month only, so please grab it, use it, love it, and come back for more each month!

Want the full list in an easy-to-use format? Grab my FREE March National Days & Picture Books printable or interactive calendar! Download them now and get ready to bring picture book magic into your classroom this March. 🎉

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February is the perfect month to sprinkle some love and laughter into your classroom library and reading centers! With Valentine’s Day as the centerpiece of the month, I’ve curated a lineup of delightful picture books that celebrate love, kindness, and connection. Plus, I’ll be incorporating two engaging resources into my centers to make the month even more memorable for my students.

Valentine’s Day Jitters Pop! Like a Confetti  Moment

Valentine’s Day Jitters by Julie Danneberg offers a humorous and relatable look at overcoming anxiety and embracing new experiences. Mrs. Hartwell’s nervous excitement about Valentine’s Day will resonate with students, sparking great conversations about managing emotions and finding joy in unexpected moments.

The POP! Resource covers a variety of skills from getting to know your students in morning meeting to comprehension questions. It is a print and go resource that will set you up to review a variety of skills with your students while enjoying a great book together!

Valentine’s Mini POP

This resource includes a 1 pager for each of the following books to cover 1 idea for Proving understanding of the text, responding to Open ended questions, and making Personal connections.

Bagel in Love by Natasha Wing is a sweet and pun-filled story about perseverance and believing in yourself. Your students will cheer for Bagel as he searches for his perfect dance partner. This book is perfect for discussing themes of confidence and never giving up, and it pairs wonderfully with one of my Valentine-themed comprehension resources.

A Crankenstein Valentine by Samantha Berger is guaranteed to bring giggles and understanding as it captures the not-so-sweet side of Valentine’s Day. Your students will love seeing Crankenstein’s transformation by the end, making it a great pick for discussing emotions and perspective.

Nobody Hugs a Cactus by Carter Goodrich is a heartwarming tale about friendship and opening yourself up to others. It’s a great way to explore the importance of kindness and connection, themes that align beautifully with my Valentine’s Day writing prompts resource.

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And don’t forget to check out this list of my fav NATIONAL DAYS for February! 

February 2nd: National Groundhog Day : Groundhog Gets it Wrong
February 3rd: National Girls and Women in Sports Day : She Persisted in Sports
February 5th: National Bubble Gum Day : On Account of the Gum
February 6th: National Chopsticks Day : Tricky Chopsticks
February 11th: Make a Friend Day : Meesha Makes Friends
February 14th: National Ferris Wheel Day : Mr. Ferris and his Wheel
February 15th: National Presidents Day : President Taft is Stuck in the Bath
February 24th: National Tortilla Chip Day : Nacho’s Nachos
February 25th: National Clam Chowder Day : Chowder Rules: The True Story of an Epic Food Fight
February 26th: National Tell a Fairy Tale Day : Goldi Rocks and the Three Bears

Want to share with other teachers and parents? Here is a pdf of the book list. 

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