March is one of those in-between months. For many of us, it's a transition month from winter to spring. That makes it one of my favorites. In my part of the country, ever-so-often freezing temps give way to thunderstorms, daylight hours are getting longer ... and there are those wonderful days you can see and smell spring in the air.
But the change of seasons isn't all that's happening in March. Here are 10 other holidays, events, and observances your family can celebrate or learn more about in March:
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Read Across America Day | March 2nd
Many schools celebrate Read Across America Day each year. You can celebrate at home too by visiting your local library or reading together as a family. Need some book suggestions? Check out these books suggested by the National Education Association, which celebrate an array of experiences and cultures.
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National Dentist Day | March 6th
Dentist Day is a day set aside to honor the professionals who provide dental care, and has become a big part of our society. We are talking about dental surgeons, periodontists, orthodontists, prosthodontists, pediatric dentists, dental assistants, dental technicians, and dental therapists, all dental practitioners deserve appreciation for our tooth/mouth health.
International Women's Day | March 8th
International Women's Day is a global day to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women while also marking a call to action for gender parity. Mark the day by celebrating women's achievements, raising awareness about women's equality, or fundraising for women-focused charities. March is also Women's History Month.
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Daylight Saving Time | March 12th
It's time to spring forward! That means you set your clocks ahead an hour, which means the sun sets at a later hour, which means ... summer is on its way!
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Pi Day | March 14th
Celebrate ... with pie, of course! We have more than 3.14 ideas on how to celebrate Pi Day, all of which are sure to add up to a totally happy family (see what we did there?)
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St. Patrick's Day | March 17th
It's time to make an elaborate leprechaun trap! Maybe this will be the year your kids catch hold of that little troublemaker. Looking for St. Patrick's Day crafts with kids? We've got green slime, modeling dough, and a trap: All kid-approved St. Patrick's Day fun!
First Day of Spring | March 20th
Oh, happy day. Watch the National Geographic video above to learn about equinoxes.
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World Down Syndrome Day | March 21st
World Down Syndrome Day is observed on the 21st day of the 3rd month each year to signify the uniqueness of the triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome causing Down syndrome. On this day, people with Down syndrome, along with their families and friends, participate in activities and events to raise public awareness and advocate for people with Down syndrome. You can start at home by helping your child learn to embrace differences in all.
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National Single Parent's Day | March 21st
Support a single parent today! How? Let them know you see how many self-sacrifices they make for their kids. Bring them a meal. Offer childcare. Listen, so they know they're not alone.
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National Puppy Day | March 23rd
Prepare yourselves for an overdose of cuteness, because March 23 is National Puppy Day! First endorsed in 2006, National Puppy Day is a "paw-some" day for all dog enthusiasts to celebrate unconditional love and fawn over cute furballs that bring so much happiness into this world. While we’re all softies when it comes to our four-legged friends, today is also designed to raise awareness about puppy mills and help prospective pet owners consider adoption.
