September Topics For Home Education
We're thrilled to share our educational themes for September specially designed for home schooling. These daily activities are created to ignite curiosity and passion for learning in your children. Our handy guide covers a wide array of engaging topics and projects, perfect for stoking the educational fire of your child.
Choose themes that you and your children are curious about and skip those that do not resonate. Keep in mind that a topic need not be explored within a day. Some themes might only hold your kid's attention for 15 minutes while others could spark interest for several days, sparking a desire to delve deeper into the subject matter.
Topics for September
- September 1st: Topic - Introduction to September. Find out why September is significant and its position in our yearly calendar. Activity: Have a heart-to-heart with your family about what September signifies for them. Resource: Get insights about the origin of September and other months:timeanddate.com
- September 2nd: Topic - Weather and Seasons. Get to grips with weather patterns and how they affect seasonal change. Activity: Craft a weather chart to monitor daily climate conditions. Resource:Met Office - Learn About Weather
- September 3rd: Topic - Nature Scavenger Hunt. Revel in the beauty of the natural environment and the biodiversity it reflects. Activity: Venture into your garden or nearby park and make a checklist of natural items to explore. Resource:Woodland Trust Nature Detectives
- September 4th: Topic - Prominent British Monarchs. Submerge yourself in the fascinating history of British monarchs and their landmark contributions. Activity: Construct a timeline featuring crucial British monarchs and their notable achievements. Resource:DK Findout - Kings and Queens
- September 5th: Topic - DIY Science Experiments. Dive into engaging, hands-on science activities using common household items. Activity: Execute simple, chemistry-based scientific experiments. Resource: Royal Institution Experimental
Easy Science Experiments - September 6th: Topic - World Geography. Discover our planet's diverse geographical features. Activity: Use a global map to identify and highlight different countries. Resource:World Geography Games
- September 7th: Topic - Art Appreciation. Gain knowledge about renowned British artists and their masterpieces. Activity: Produce a piece of art that takes inspiration from the style of a British artist. Resource:Tate Art
- September 8th: Topic - Music and Instruments. Dive into the captivating realm of music and diverse musical instruments. Activity: Familiarise your child with various musical instruments and attempt creating DIY versions at home. Resource:Classics for Kids
- September 9th: Poetry and Rhymes Topic: Foster creativity with poetry and rhymes. Activity: Write and illustrate a short poem or nursery rhyme.
Resource: https://www.poetry4kids.com/ - September 10th: Healthy Eating Topic: Promote healthy eating habits and nutrition awareness. Activity: Plan a balanced menu for a day and prepare a healthy meal.
Resource: https://www.nhs.uk/change4life/recipes - September 11th: Famous Inventors Topic: Learn about inventors and their groundbreaking creations. Activity: Research famous British inventors and their contributions.
Resource: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zd4dy9q/articles/z6bnd6f - September 12th: Book Exploration Topic: Immerse in the world of literature with classic British children’s books. Activity: Read a British children’s classic and discuss its themes.
Resource: https://www.worldbookday.com/ - September 13th: Learn a New Language Topic: Introduce basic phrases in a foreign language spoken in the UK. Activity: Begin learning greetings and common expressions in the language.
Resource: https://www.duolingo.com/ - September 14th: Astronomy Night Topic: Explore the wonders of the night sky and constellations. Activity: Observe the night sky and identify constellations.
Resource: https://www.rmg.co.uk/discover/explore/astronomy-beginners - September 15th: British Wildlife Topic: Appreciate the native wildlife and its role in the ecosystem. Activity: Identify and sketch local wildlife or birds in the area.
Resource: https://www.rspb.org.uk/birds-and-wildlife/wildlife-guides/ - September 16th: Map Reading Topic: Develop map reading skills and geographic awareness. Activity: Learn how to read and follow maps on a short nature hike. Resource: https://www.ordnancesurvey.co.uk/mapzone/
- September 17th: Time Travel Adventure Topic: Embark on a historical time travel adventure. Activity: Choose a historical period and create a time travel story.
Resource: https://www.historyforkids.net/ - September 18th: Community Helpers Topic: Appreciate the roles and contributions of community helpers. Activity: Interview a community helper and learn about their role.
Resource: Local community or online research. - September 19th: Science of Plants Topic: Learn about the fascinating world of plants and their life cycles. Activity: Grow a plant from a seed and document its growth process.
Resource: https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/topics/zpxnyrd - September 20th: Coding and Computer Skills Topic: Introduce basic coding concepts and computer literacy. Activity: Engage in beginner-friendly coding exercises.
Resource: https://www.codeforlife.education/ - September 21st: Virtual Museum Tour Topic: Explore British museums online and learn about historical artifacts. Activity: Take virtual tours of renowned museums in the UK.
Resource: https://britishmuseum.withgoogle.com/ - September 22nd: Healthy Mind and Body Topic: Focus on mental well-being and physical health. Activity: Practice mindfulness exercises and yoga.
Resource: https://www.gonoodle.com/ - September 23rd: Famous British Landmarks Topic: Discover iconic British landmarks and their history. Activity: Research and build a model of a famous landmark.
Resource: Local library or online research. - September 24th: DIY Recycling Crafts Topic: Promote sustainability with creative recycling crafts. Activity: Create artwork using recyclable materials.
Resource: https://www.activityvillage.co.uk/recycled-crafts - September 25th: British Folktales and Legends Topic: Delve into traditional British folktales and legends. Activity: Read and retell a classic British folktale.
Resource: https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/tellingtales/ - September 26th: Science of Sound Topic: Explore the fascinating world of sound and its properties. Activity: Experiment with sound using everyday objects.
Resource: https://www.dkfindout.com/uk/science/sound/ - September 27th: World Cultures Topic: Celebrate diversity and learn about different cultures. Activity: Explore the customs and traditions of a foreign country.
Resource: https://www.cultureforkids.com/ - September 28th: Creative Writing Topic: Nurture creativity through storytelling and writing. Activity: Write a short adventure story based on a writing prompt.
Resource: https://www.straymum.com/adventure-writing-prompts/ - September 29th: Marine Life and Oceans Topic: Dive into the wonders of marine life and ocean ecosystems. Activity: Learn about marine animals and their habitats.
Resource: https://ocean.si.edu/ - September 30th: Family Heritage Topic: Discover and celebrate your family’s unique heritage. Activity: Research and create a family tree. Resource: Family records and online genealogy websites. Talk to family members
By incorporating these daily Home Education Topic and Project ideas into your September schedule, you’ll foster a love for learning while covering various subjects such as general knowledge, research skills, English, math, history, geography, and more. Each day’s topic provides an opportunity for hands-on exploration and discovery, making homeschooling an exciting and engaging experience for children. Let this month-long journey be a stepping stone to continuous learning and growth throughout the year. Happy learning!
