Below you’ll find our big list of preschool themes that work well with the cultural area of the Montessori classroom. You’ll find practical ideas for adding hands-on, developmentally appropriate activities to your environments.
Montessori Curriculum
Learn about the Montessori Language, Math, Sensorial, and Practical Life curriculum areas.
Free Webinar
If you find managing themes overwhelming, this webinar will give you a simple process to keep things organized while keeping your focus on the developmental needs of your students.
HOKA: Hands-On Kids Activities
This subscription for early childhood teachers and homeschoolers is a simple way for you to build your thematic printables library without breaking the bank.
Seasonal Themes for Preschool
Autumn Themes
Explore seasonal themes like harvest, pumpkins, leaves, turkeys and more during the autumn months.
Winter Themes
Learn about snow and ice, what animals do in winter, winter clothing, and take a virtual trek to Antarctica and the Arctic!
Spring Themes
Learn about spring and explore topics such as flowers, gardens, insects, life cycles, frogs, birds, and more!
Summer Themes
If you have school during the summer months, this is a great time to explore topics such as the ocean, camping, forests, and biomes.
Science Themes for Preschool
Plants & Fungi
Astronomy/Space
Preschoolers are a little young to fully grasp the concept of outer space, but they do seem to love learning about planets and stars!
Geography and Cultural Themes for Preschool
About the Earth
Around the World
Celebrations & Holidays
Learn more about the Holidays observed by your students, such as Ramadan, Diwali, Day of the Dead, Winter Solstice, Christmas and more.
Activities for Preschool
Art
Be sure to include art in your daily classroom life.
Music & Movement
You can’t have a preschool classroom without music and movement.
Cooking & Food Prep
Food preparation is a perennial favorite with preschoolers.
Sewing & Handwork
Take those fine motor skills to the next level with sewing and handwork activities.