Top 10 February Holiday Lesson Plans

Free Unit Studies & Activities for Homeschoolers!

Fun Activities for All Ages

Incorporating holidays, historical events, and seasonal themes into homeschooling makes learning more enjoyable for kids. It provides an opportunity to explore topics that aren’t typically found in textbooks, all while engaging in fun and creative activities.

Here is a collection of free unit studies, lesson plans, and activities for February 2025. Since holiday dates may vary, this post will be updated yearly. For lessons in other months, be sure to visit our monthly unit studies and lesson plans page.

February Holiday Lesson Plans: Free Unit Studies & Activities

Black History Month is a time to honor and celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of African Americans throughout history. This month-long observance allows students to explore key figures, events, and movements that have shaped society

• Woo! Jr. Kids Activities – African-American Trailblazers: A lesson plan high lighting influential African-American leaders and their impact on history.
• Art Class Curator – Art Appreciation Lessons: Engage students with art appreciation lessons focused on African-American artists and their contributions to the world of art.
• The Daily Bellringer – Black History Video Playlist: A curated selection of videos offering insights into the significance of Black History Month, ideal for children of all ages.

These resources offer a comprehensive way for homeschooling families to celebrate Black History Month with educational, hands-on activities that honor African-American heritage.

American Heart Month (All of February)

American Heart Month raises awareness about heart health and the importance of preventing heart disease. It’s a great opportunity to teach kids about healthy hearts and lifestyle choices.

• Texas Heart Institute – Heart Health Lesson Plans: Educational lesson plans focused on cardiovascular health and disease prevention.

• American Heart Association – Activities and Lesson Plans: Engaging activities and resources to help children learn about heart health.

• Cynce’s Place – Circulatory System Notebooking Pages: Printable notebook

Dental Health Month (All of February)

National Children’s Dental Health Month promotes good oral health habits and the importance of dental care for kids.

• Freedom Homeschooling – Dental Health Activities and Printables: Fun printables and activities to teach children about maintaining healthy teeth.
• American Dental Association – Lesson Plans: Comprehensive lesson plans that cover dental hygiene and the importance of regular dental visits.

National Snack Food Month (All of February)

National Snack Food Month focuses on making healthier snack choices and educating kids about nutritious options.

• Health Powered Kids – Healthy Snack Lesson Plan: A lesson plan focused on teaching kids about healthy snacking.
• ThoughtCo – Snack Food Lesson Plan: Fun and educational activities that promote healthier snack options.
• Family Consumer Sciences – Snack Cookbook Project: A creative project where kids can make their healthy snacks.
• Freedom Homeschooling – Cooking Resources: Resources to help kids learn to cook nutritious snacks.

National Wild Bird Feeding Month (All of February)

National Bird Feeding Month encourages helping birds survive the winter by providing food, water, and shelter.

• Happy Hooligans – How to Make Bird Feeders: Simple instructions to create bird feeders and learn about local bird species.
• Freedom Homeschooling – Printable Bird Watching Journal: Printable journals and additional resources for observing and learning about birds.

Responsible Pet Owners’ Month (All of February)

Responsible Pet Owners’ Month teaches kids how to care for pets and meet their needs properly.

• The HomeSchool Mom – Pet Unit Study Ideas: Unit study ideas for teaching kids about responsible pet care.
• Homeschool Share – Cat Lapbook: A fun and educational lapbook about cats, focusing on their care and needs.
• American Kennel Club – Dog Lesson Plans: Lesson plans that teach kids how to care for dogs and understand their needs.

These resources offer a range of educational activities and lesson plans to celebrate February observances, all designed to engage and educate children while promoting healthy habits and responsible behaviors.

Free February holiday lesson plans and Lessons for Holidays, Historical Events, and Fun Days

Groundhog Day (February 2nd)

Groundhog Day is a popular tradition in the United States. According to folklore, if a groundhog sees its shadow on this day, six more weeks of winter will follow. If it doesn’t see its shadow, spring will arrive early

• Freedom Homeschooling – Groundhog Day Unit Study
• Learn in Color – Groundhog Day Unit Study

Elizabeth Blackwell’s Birthday (February 3rd)

Elizabeth Blackwell, the first woman in the United States to earn a medical degree, was born on February 3, 1821

• The Waldock Way – Elizabeth Blackwell Unit Study
• Teachers Pay Teachers – Worksheets on Elizabeth Blackwell
• Teachers Pay Teachers – Reading Passage and Timeline Activity

National Create a Vacuum Day (February 4th)

National Create a Vacuum Day celebrates the science of vacuums. A vacuum is a space with no matter, and this day provides an opportunity to learn how vacuums work

• A Reason for Homeschool – Vacuum Science Experiment
• Science World – Vacuum Science Experiment
• Planning Playtime – Vacuum Science Experiment

Rosa Parks Day (February 4th)

Rosa Parks, known for her pivotal role in the Civil Rights Movement, was born on February 4, 1913. Some states observe Rosa Parks Day on the anniversary of her arrest on December 1, 1955, for refusing to give up her seat on a bus in Montgomery, Alabama.

• Peanut Butter Fish Lessons – Rosa Parks Unit Study
• Homeschool Den – Lesson Ideas and Worksheets
• The Activity Mom – Rosa Parks Lapbook

Weatherperson’s Day (February 5th)

Weatherperson’s Day honors meteorologists and weather forecasters, marking the birthday of John Jeffries, one of the first weather observers in the U.S.

• NASA – Meteorology Lesson Plans
• Year Round Homeschooling – Weather Unit Study
• Homeschool Share – Weather Lapbook

Disaster Day (February 5th)

Disaster Day is dedicated to learning about and preparing for natural disasters, as well as remembering other significant disasters in history.

• Ready…Set…Prepare! Disaster Preparedness Workbooks
• American Red Cross – Prepare with Pedro Lesson Plans
• Peanut Butter Fish Lessons – Tornado Unit Study
• Homeschool Share – Earthquakes Unit Study

Massachusetts Statehood (February 6th)

Massachusetts became a state on February 6, 1788.

• DIY Homeschooler – Massachusetts Unit Study
• Ben and Me – Massachusetts Unit Study

Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Birthday (February 7th)

Laura Ingalls Wilder, author of the Little House on the Prairie series, was born on February 7, 1867.

• DIY Homeschooler – Laura Ingalls Wilder Unit Study
• Homeschool Share – Little House Unit Study
• Homeschool Share – Little House in the Big Woods Lapbook

National Umbrella Day (February 10th)
National Umbrella Day celebrates the simple invention of the umbrella, which protects us from rain and provides shade.

• Artsy Craftsy Mom – Umbrella Crafts
• Teachers Pay Teachers – Emergent Reader on Umbrellas

National Inventors’ Day (February 11th)

National Inventors’ Day honors the contributions of inventors throughout history, chosen in celebration of Thomas Edison’s birthday on February 11, 1847.

• Teachers Pay Teachers – Inventor Report Project
• Free Homeschool Deals – Inventors Notebooking Unit
• The Daily Bellringer – Inventors Video Playlist

Judy Blume’s Birthday (February 12th)

Judy Blume, a celebrated American writer of children’s and young adult fiction, was born on February 12, 1938.

• Rise to Reading – Comprehension Questions for Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing
• Rise to Reading – Comprehension Questions for Superfudge

Valentine’s Day (February 14th)

Valentine’s Day is celebrated by expressing love through cards and gifts. It honors St. Valentine, a priest who performed marriages despite the Emperor’s ban, leading to his execution on February 14, 270 A.D.

• Freedom Homeschooling – Valentine’s Day Unit Study
• Freedom Homeschooling – Pop-up Card Craft
• Freedom Homeschooling – Heart-Inspired Treats and Recipes

National Ferris Wheel Day (February 14th)

National Ferris Wheel Day celebrates George Washington Gale Ferris Jr., the inventor of the Ferris wheel, born on February 14, 1859.

• The Walock Way – Ferris Wheel Unit Study
• Try Engineering – Build a Ferris Wheel Project

Arizona’s Statehood (February 14th)

Arizona became a state on February 14, 1912.

• Year Round Homeschooling – Arizona Statehood Unit Study
• Ben and Me – Arizona Statehood Unit Study

Oregon’s Statehood (February 14th)

Oregon became a state on February 14, 1859.

• From ABCs to ACTs – Oregon Statehood Unit Study
• Ben and Me – Oregon Statehood Unit Study

National Gumdrop Day (February 15th)

National Gumdrop Day is all about enjoying chewy gumdrops.

• Taste of Home – Gumdrop Recipe
• The Homeschool Scientist – Gumdrop Engineering Challenge

Susan B. Anthony’s Birthday (February 15th)

Susan B. Anthony, a leading women’s rights activist, was born on February 15, 1820. She played a crucial role in the women’s suffrage movement.

• Woo! Jr. Kids Activities – Worksheets and Activities
• National Women’s History Museum – Lesson Plan
• The Home School Mom – Women’s Suffrage Resources

President’s Day (February 17th)

President’s Day honors George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, celebrating their birthdays and contributions to the United States.

• Homeschool Share – President’s Day Lapbook
• NotebookingPages.com – President’s Day Notebooking Pages
• Music in Our Homeschool – President’s Day Music Lesson
• The Daily Bellringer – Abraham Lincoln Video Playlist

Random Acts of Kindness Day (February 17th)

Random Acts of Kindness (RAOK) Day encourages performing acts of kindness for others.

• Learn in Color – Printable RAOK Bingo Card
• RandomActsOfKindness.org – Lesson Plans

Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood Debuted (February 19th)

The beloved children’s show Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood first aired on February 19, 1968.

• Peanut Butter Fish Lessons – Mister Rogers Unit Study
• Teachers Pay Teachers – Finger Puppet Craft and Printables

Washington Monument Dedicated (February 21st)

The Washington Monument was dedicated by President Chester Arthur on February 21, 1885, in honor of George Washington.

• Teachers Pay Teachers – Reading Comprehension Passage
• Teachers Pay Teachers – Printable Lesson on the Washington Monument

National Dog Biscuit Day (February 23rd)
National Dog Biscuit Day celebrates our furry friends with a treat!

• King Arthur Baking – Dog Biscuit Recipe
• The Cookie Rookie – Peanut Butter Dog Treat Recipe

International Polar Bear Day (February 27th)

International Polar Bear Day raises awareness about the challenges polar bears face due to climate change.

• Polar Bears International – Unit Studies and Lessons
• World Wildlife Fund – Polar Bear Teaching Tools
• Homeschool Share – Polar Animals Lapbook

Enjoy Learning This February!

Check back next year for more free unit studies and lesson ideas. And when you’re ready to start planning for next month, don’t forget to explore our March Unit Studies and Lessons.

To further enhance the learning experience for February 2025, you could add activities and lessons that align with specific educational goals or skills development. Here are some additional suggestions:

Winter-Themed Science Experiments (February Focus)

Incorporating winter-themed science activities can provide students with hands-on learning about the season. You can explore concepts like the water cycle, snowflakes, and freezing and melting points.

• The Homeschool Scientist – Winter Science Experiments for Kids
• Science Bob – Winter Weather Science Experiments

Groundhog Day (February 2nd)

Groundhog Day is celebrated every year, and it’s a great way to discuss weather patterns and predictions.

• Teachers Pay Teachers – Groundhog Day Lesson Plans
• DLTK’s Crafts for Kids – Groundhog Day Craft Ideas
• Rise to Reading – Groundhog Day Comprehension Activities

Literature & Writing Activities

February also presents an excellent opportunity to dive into literature with fun and engaging writing projects. This can include reading famous books, writing stories about favorite holidays, or creating poems for Valentine’s Day.

• Teachers Pay Teachers – Creative Writing Prompts for February
• Storybird – Create Illustrated Stories for Kids

Black History Month Art Projects

In addition to the educational lessons, add art activities related to African-American culture. Students can create projects inspired by African-American artists or historical figures.

• Art Class Curator – Black History Month Art Projects
• The Art of Ed – Art Lessons for Black History Month

Social Studies Lessons on Winter Holidays Around the World

Explore how different countries celebrate winter holidays, including New Year’s celebrations, winter festivals, and more. This expands the global awareness of students.

• Teachers Pay Teachers – Winter Holidays Around the World Unit
• Global Education Lessons – Winter Holidays Study

Fitness and Movement Activities

Encourage physical activity through fitness lessons related to the cold months. These can include indoor exercises or fun games related to sports and health, tying into National Heart Month.

• PE Central – Winter Fitness Ideas for Kids
• Health Powered Kids – Heart Healthy Exercises

By integrating these extra activities, your February homeschooling curriculum can provide a comprehensive, dynamic, and well-rounded educational experience. Always be sure to adjust these ideas based on the age and interests of your students!