March teaching calendar on tablet showing holidays and events.

Teaching ideas, activities and inspiration to celebrate the month of March including St David’s Day, St Patrick’s Day, Holi, Shrove Tuesday, Holi, Alexander Graham Bell Day, Spring and more!

Dates at a Glance

1st March – St David’s Day

4th March – Marching Music Day

7th March – Alexander Graham Bell Day

8th March – ‘Holi’

13th March – This Day in History – The Discovery of Uranus

16th March – National Panda Day

17th March – St Patrick’s Day

17th March – Comic Relief

20th March – First day of Spring

1st March | St David's Day

Explore Welsh Foods

Welsh flag, pancakes, daffodil on table.

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Mark Making Using Leeks

Fresh bok choy in basket on wooden table.

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4th March | Marching Music Day

Celebrate the ‘March Music Genre’

Band members playing flutes in uniform parade

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7th March | Alexander Graham Bell Day

On this day Alexander Graham Bell uttered his famous words to his assistant Mr. Watson, ‘Come here; I want you.’ via his new invention, the telephone.

Using the telephone is an important life skill. Disused landline phones and old mobile phones (batteries removed) are excellent tools for developing communication skills, firing the imagination, and building confidence.

Explore Telephone Role Play

Vintage rotary dial telephones in various colours.

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Make Paper Cup Phones

Man listening through tin can telephone, curious expression.

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8th March | Holi

Holi – A Multisensory Exploration

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Edible Holi ‘Powder Paint’

Colourful painted hands cupping vibrant powder.

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Rainbow Rice

Colourful assorted grains in wooden bowl with basil leaf.

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Promote Fine Motor & Colour Sorting Skills

Assorted colourful jelly beans close-up.

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13th March 1781 | Discovery of Uranus

‘Journey Into Space’ A Multisensory Exploration

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Sensory Activities

Hand touching green jelly on plate.

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17th March | St Patrick's Day

Bell Pepper Shamrock Painting

Yellow and red bell peppers on white background.

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St Patrick’s Day – Multisensory Story & Themed Sensory Activities

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16th March | National Panda Day

Panda Themed Sensory Activities

Giant panda relaxing in natural habitat.

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17th March | Comic Relief

Create Laughter

Two children laughing together in joyful play.

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Make a ‘Red Nose’ Pom Pom

Two red glossy and textured spheres close-up.

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20th March | Spring

Spring – A Multisensory Exploration

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Make a Spring Weather Box

Modern beige laundry hamper with clothes.

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Training (1-1, Groups & INSET)

‘An Introduction to Multisensory Storytelling’ Course

  • 1-1 £45
  • Groups (Enquire for a price)
  • INSET £250

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FAQ

Who is the Course Aimed at?

SEN Teachers, SENCOs, HLTA’s, TA’s, Mainstream Early Years Educators, Speech Therapists, Play Therapists, Parents, Guardians, Childminders, Carers, Support Workers, Activity Coordinators, Librarians, and anyone with an interest in exploring storytelling through the senses.

Course Content

The benefits of multisensory storytelling.

  • Sourcing story props.
  • Sound effects.
  • How to tell a multisensory story.
  • Adapting an existing story into a multisensory story.
  • Incorporating extension activities into your session.
  • Using the story props as a tool for individuals to explore & express their likes, dislikes and sensory preferences.
  • Extension Activities

In addition to this we will explore a multisensory story in depth, how to deliver this story and how to use the story props promote communication and areas learning.

The current theme is ‘Spring – A Multisensory Exploration’

How is the Training Delivered?

The training is delivered as a friendly and informal session via Zoom and can be tailored to meet your training requirements.

How Much Does the Course Cost?

£45 1-1 Training Session

£250 Whole School/Setting INSET

(For smaller group bookings please enquire for a price)

Book a course and receive a FREE 6-month subscription to the Members Library!

(Offer applies to bookings over £200)

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Course Length

1hour 45 mins plus Q & A.

Will I Receive any Course Notes?

Yes. Course summary notes will be sent as a word document.

 Are There Any Other Free Resources Included?

Yes

You will receive a free digital download of ‘Listen – An A-Z of Sensory Ideas to Stimulate the Auditory System’

This comprehensive guide explores fun and engaging sensory ways of stimulating the sense of hearing. The A-Z of sounds is divided into the following categories: Animals, Transport, Musical Instruments & Home. It also includes fun, motivating sensory themed extension activities. This resource is suitable for working with curious pre-schoolers to teenagers with complex needs.

You will also receive a free digital download of the focus story.

How Do I Book?

email rhymingmultisensorystories@outlook.com or send a message via the chat feature on the website or through social media

How Do I Pay?

Payment is accepted through BACS or Cheque.

I am a School/Company/Setting, can you send an Invoice?

Yes. Rhyming Multisensory Stories is fully registered with HMRC and can invoice.

Will I Receive a Certificate?

Yes. You will receive a digital certificate of completion

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