March is a time to recognize trailblazing women—past and present—who have shaped history and continue to inspire future generations. Bring their stories to life with these nine interactive activities that will engage students, deepen their understanding, and encourage meaningful classroom discussions.
Misty Copeland Portraits
Bring Misty Copeland’s inspiring story to life with this vibrant art activity! After reading Firebird and learning about her journey to becoming a world-famous ballerina, students will create their own colorful portraits. This resource offers a blend of storytelling, creativity, and history.
Trace & Write Women in Sports: Chloe Kim
Get ready to shred the slopes with Olympic gold medalist Chloe Kim! Little learners will trace and write high-frequency words, color a champion snowboarder, and draw themselves catching big air.
Rosa Parks: Historical Heroes
Explore the bravery of American civil rights activist Rosa Parks. After reading a short passage about her historic stand against segregation, students will answer a set of comprehension questions designed to encourage deeper reflection.
Learning About Dorothy Pitman Hughes
Introduce the inspiring story of Dorothy Pitman Hughes, a pioneering activist and feminist! Students in first and second grade will read about her impactful work while building their reading skills and understanding of real-world events.
Who Am I? Women in Science
Spark curiosity and celebrate groundbreaking discoveries with this engaging worksheet! Third and fourth graders will research four trailblazing scientists and match each of their achievements. Then they’ll select a scientist to learn more about.
The Aspirations of Sonia Sotomayor
Dive into the story of Sonia Sotomayor’s journey to the Supreme Court! This 3-page worksheet invites learners to explore how she turned her childhood into strengths that shaped her career. As they read, students will respond to thoughtful questions and reflect on her meaningful legacy.
Informational Reading Comprehension: Biography of Mabel Ping-Hua Lee
Middle schoolers will take a closer look at the life and accomplishments of Dr. Mabel Ping-Hua Lee, a fearless suffragist and activist who fought for women’s rights. After reading a brief biography, they’ll test their critical thinking skills with questions on synthesizing information, sequencing events, making inferences, and citing text evidence.
Informational Reading Comprehension: Biography of Althea Gibson
Serve up an inspiring lesson with this worksheet on Althea Gibson, the iconic athlete who shattered the racial barrier in sports! Students will read about her remarkable story, then answer questions on the main idea, using context clues, and analyzing historical impact.
Research Graphic Organizer: Women’s Suffrage Movement
Dig into history with this graphic organizer on the women’s suffrage movement! Learners will define key terms, investigate leaders and events, and uncover the fight for voting rights around the world. With each step, they’ll sharpen their research skills while gaining a deeper understanding of this powerful movement.
For more ideas and learning materials, explore our Women’s History Month collection on Education.com, featuring 100+ resources to support enriching learning.