Presidents’ Day Learning Fun: Activities, Books, and Crafts

Looking for fun and educational ways to celebrate Presidents’ Day with your kids or students? This holiday is the perfect time to dive into U.S. history, explore the lives of past presidents, and teach important lessons about citizenship and leadership. Whether you’re a homeschooler, classroom teacher, or just want a few ideas for at-home learning, this post is packed with hands-on Presidents’ Day learning activities, crafts, books, and games.

Printables to teach about Presidents

• Sort the Coins by President – Teach money recognition and presidential faces with this free printable.

• President Trading Cards – Use them for memory games, matching, or a DIY timeline.

• Presidents’ Day Calendar Cards – We love the President-themed calendar cards from 1+1+1=1.

• Presidential Election Voting Lesson for Kids
• U.S. Presidents Trivia Game With Printable & Video
• Constitution Learning Resources

Games & Hands-On Activities

• Race to the White House Game – A fun printable game to teach about the presidential election process.
• Craft Stick American Flag – Paint, assemble, and add magnets for a patriotic keepsake.
• Presidential Pez Dispenser Collection – Make learning fun with a quirky collectible!
• Presidents Timeline Game – Use flashcards to put presidents in order. Make your own or find them in the Target Dollar Spot! You could Use my President Trading Cards for this! 
• Online White House Tour – Explore where the presidents live and work.
• Have Fun with History – Tons of kid-friendly presidential video content.

President STEM + Science Tie-Ins

Combine science with history for even more engaging learning:

• Penny Cleaning Science Experiment – Use vinegar and salt to clean pennies and teach oxidation. Link the lesson to Abraham Lincoln!

• Build a Log Cabin STEM Challenge – Offer marshmallows, craft sticks, or sugar cubes and challenge kids to construct a replica of Lincoln’s log cabin.

Writing & Language Arts Extensions

Let students imagine themselves as leaders:

• If I Were President… Writing Prompt – Encourage critical thinking, empathy, and creative writing. (This is included in my Voting Lesson for Kids!)

• Write a Letter to the President – Teach formal writing format while letting kids express ideas or ask questions.

• Presidential Quotes Copywork – Use inspiring quotes from Washington, Lincoln, or others for penmanship and discussion.

Crafts & Recipes for Presidents’ Day

• President Cookies – A sweet way to celebrate. Try shaping cookies like Washington or Lincoln!
• Craft Stick White House – Build your own replica using craft sticks and glue.
• Popsicle Stick or Pretzel Log Cabin – Make a tribute to Lincoln’s childhood home.
• Craft Stick Flag

Dramatic Play & Role-Play

Bring civics to life through storytelling:

• Presidential Press Conference – Let kids role-play as president or reporter with prepared questions.

• Dress Like a President Day – Kids can wear a simple costume and give a mini speech or “State of the Union.”

U.S. Geography Connection

Help kids see where presidents came from:

• Map the Birthplaces of the Presidents– Use a U.S. map and printable labels to show birth states of the presidents.

Learn “Hail to the Chief”

Teach your kids this historic song that honors the President of the United States.

Lyrics:

Hail to the Chief we have chosen for the nation,
Hail to the Chief! We salute him, one and all.
Hail to the Chief, as we pledge cooperation
In proud fulfillment of a great, noble call.

Yours is the aim to make this grand country grander,
This you will do, that’s our strong, firm belief.
Hail to the one we selected as commander,
Hail to the President! Hail to the Chief!

Presidents’ Day is a great opportunity to bring U.S. history to life with your children. From books and printables to games and crafts, these activities make learning about our nation’s leaders engaging and memorable.

Don’t miss out:

• Check out my free Presidents’ Day printables.
• Browse more patriotic and historical activities in my History Activities for Kids section.

Happy Presidents’ Day Learning!