International Women’s Day Printables and Activities

Research contributions and achievements of women.

Timing and official information

8 March each year. Annual themes and unannounced 2027 dates are pending; do not reuse a past theme as a current announcement. Reviewed 2 October 2026. Visit the official source.

Choose activities

Reading and research

• Katherine Johnson Mathematics — ages 8–12. Read a short source-grounded history card and explain an achievement in context.
• Rosa Parks and Community Action — ages 8–12. Read a short source-grounded history card and explain an achievement in context.
• Mae Jemison Science and Space — ages 8–12. Read a short source-grounded history card and explain an achievement in context.
• Maya Angelou Literature Research — ages 10–12. Read a short source-grounded history card and explain an achievement in context.
• Event Source Detective — ages 8–12. Draw, investigate, discuss or write using clear prompts and generous response spaces.

Choose an age range

Middle primary: ages 8–10: Katherine Johnson Mathematics · Rosa Parks and Community Action · Mae Jemison Science and Space · Event Source Detective

Older primary: ages 10–12: Katherine Johnson Mathematics · Rosa Parks and Community Action · Mae Jemison Science and Space · Maya Angelou Literature Research

Prepare and adapt

Choose a short activity for younger learners or add source comparison and written reasoning for older learners. Read prompts aloud, offer drawing or a scribe and allow passing. History learning should explain people and events through sourced examples; avoid stereotypes, re-enactments of harm or imitation of cultural ceremonies. Fire activities use the local emergency number and adult-approved plans.

Find more History and civics activities. Return to the calendar.