65 Free April Printables for Kids | Fun Holiday Worksheets

April printables are a great way to connect seasonal learning with unique holidays and observances throughout the month.

Whether you’re diving into Earth Day, celebrating creativity on World Art Day, or exploring fun themes like unicorns and penguins, these worksheets combine educational value with a playful twist.

From puzzles and coloring pages to science and history activities, these free April-themed printables are ready to support learning at home or in the classroom.

General April Printables

Start the month with some simple, seasonal fun. These April-themed activities are great for morning work, centers, or independent practice.

• April Word Search – Features vocabulary tied to spring, nature, and well-known April observances like Earth Day and National Poetry Month.
• April Word Scramble – A light challenge for spelling and decoding practice using April-themed words.
• April Reading Log Printable – Keep reading habits on track with a themed log perfect for home or classroom use.

April Fools Day – April 1

Add a bit of humor to your day with activities that embrace the playful spirit of April Fools.

• April Fools Day Word Search – Includes words related to jokes, pranks, and silly fun.
• April Fools Day Writing Prompts – Get kids thinking creatively with open-ended prompts about harmless pranks and funny stories.
• April Fools Matching Game – A quick and silly memory game featuring prank-themed visuals.

Zoo Lover’s Day – April 8

Celebrate animals of all kinds with printables that highlight zoo favorites while reinforcing early math and observation skills.

• Zoo Color by Number – Combines coloring fun with number recognition and animal-themed imagery.
• Zoo Scavenger Hunt – Encourages kids to identify animals and features commonly found at zoos, perfect for home or field trips.

Unicorn Day – April 9

Bring a little magic to your learning day with unicorn-themed games that promote literacy and memory.

• Unicorn Word Search – A bright and fun vocabulary activity full of magical terms and imaginative thinking.
• Unicorn Memory Game – Supports focus and visual recall with cheerful unicorn imagery kids love.

National Farm Animals Day – April 10

A great time to introduce or revisit farm unit studies with printables that explore animal life cycles and anatomy.

• Life Cycle of a Chicken Coloring Page – Helps kids visualize how chickens grow from egg to adult.
• Chicken Tracing Worksheet – Builds early writing and fine motor skills with a chicken theme.
• Chicken Worksheets – A collection of farm-themed printables including parts-of labeling and life cycle diagrams.
• Parts of a Chicken Worksheet – Focuses on external features with labeling and vocabulary practice.
• Life Cycle of a Goose – A less common farm animal option that adds variety to animal studies.
• Life Cycle of a Rabbit – Ties in nicely with springtime animal lessons.
• Parts of a Rabbit Worksheet – Complements the life cycle activity with visual labeling.

World Art Day – April 15

Encourage creativity and expression with art-related printables that blend imagination with fine motor practice.

• ASL Art – Introduces the alphabet in American Sign Language with a focus on visual design and tracing.
• Intelligent Animals Coloring Page – Kids can color while learning about some of the smartest animals on the planet.
• Coloring Cards & Pages – Choose from seasonal or themed sets like Valentine’s Day cards to color, Roald Dahl characters, or historical figures—each one offering a blend of art and education.
• Famous Artists Research Bundle – available in the shop where you can learn all about 30 of the most iconic artists from around the world.

Patriots Day – April 19

Honor early American history with worksheets that explore the people and documents that shaped the United States.

• Founding Fathers Worksheet – A simple overview of key figures in the American Revolution.
• Bill of Rights Word Search – Reinforces important civic vocabulary in a puzzle format.
• Bill of Rights Worksheet – Introduces children to core freedoms with visual support.
• Constitution Worksheet – A beginner-friendly way to introduce foundational U.S. government concepts.
• George Washington Activity Sheets – Includes fun facts and themed pages to help kids get to know America’s first president.
• George Washington Word Search – Supports name recognition and introduces related historical terms.
• Abraham Lincoln Worksheet – A great companion activity that spotlights another key U.S. leader.
• Thomas Jefferson Worksheets – Focuses on Jefferson’s role in shaping U.S. history.
• Franklin D. Roosevelt Worksheet – Expands the discussion to later American leadership, useful for broadening historical context.

Earth Day – April 22

Celebrate our planet with activities focused on environmental awareness, plants, and life cycles.

• Earth Day Handprints – A creative activity for younger children that can double as a keepsake or classroom display.
• Earth Day Word Search – Features vocabulary around nature, conservation, and Earth-friendly habits.
• Earth Day Word Scramble – Helps build environmental literacy while practicing spelling.
• Earth Day Bookmarks – Kids can color and keep or gift these planet-themed bookmarks.
• Earth Day Writing Prompts – Promotes thoughtful writing around topics like recycling, nature, and how to help the Earth.
• Earth Day Coloring Pages – A calming activity that encourages appreciation for our environment.
• Earth Day Color By Number – Combines number recognition with Earth-themed pictures.
• Earth Day Memory Game – Reinforces eco-vocabulary with a fun, low-prep visual game.
• Earth Day Scavenger Hunt – Encourages kids to explore the outdoors or classroom with a nature-focused checklist.

World Book Day – April 23

Promote a love of reading and storytelling with themed worksheets and bookmarks that turn books into interactive fun.

• Book Scavenger Hunt – Gets kids moving and thinking about their favorite books in new ways.
• My Favorite Book Worksheet – Encourages writing and drawing about a beloved story.
• Book Review Bookmark – Promotes reading reflection with a bookmark kids can write on and reuse.
• World Book Day Word Search – Uses bookish terms and author names to build vocabulary.
• Roald Dahl Coloring Pages – Features familiar characters to engage young readers through art.
• Roald Dahl Memory Game – Boosts recall while celebrating a favorite author.
• Roald Dahl Word Search – Builds vocabulary with words from classic books.
• Roald Dahl Maths Worksheets – Brings stories into math practice with themed problems.
• Charlie & the Chocolate Factory Worksheet – Ties reading and comprehension to a beloved chapter book.
• Matilda Worksheet – Focuses on comprehension and vocabulary tied to Roald Dahl’s classic story. A great way to extend learning after reading or re-watching the film.

Shakespeare Day – April 23

Introduce young learners to classic literature with age-appropriate printables inspired by the Bard.

• Shakespeare Word Scramble – A vocabulary builder using familiar names and themes from Shakespeare’s work.
• Shakespeare Memory Game – Reinforces key terms and helps with name recognition in a visual format.

St. George’s Day – April 23

Bring a bit of British culture into the classroom with themed printables around legends and literature.

• St. George’s Day Worksheet – Introduces the story of St. George and the dragon with engaging visuals.
• British Royal Family Coloring Pages – Combines history and fun with colorable portraits.
• Scottish Coloring Pages – Adds variety with illustrations tied to another part of the UK.

World Penguin Day – April 25

A fun opportunity to focus on penguins and polar habitats with science-rich printables.

• Types of Penguin Worksheets – Introduces a few different penguin species with pictures and facts.
• Life Cycle of a Penguin – Walks through each stage of penguin development with simple illustrations.
• Penguin Matching Game – Builds visual discrimination and memory skills with penguin-themed cards.
• Penguin Handprint Craft – A cute art activity that doubles as a keepsake.
• P is for Polar Bear Worksheet – A great companion worksheet to reinforce letter recognition and arctic animals.

Arbor Day – Last Friday of April

Wrap up the month by learning about trees, plants, and how they grow.

• Tree Scavenger Hunt – Encourages kids to get outside and observe the trees in their surroundings. Perfect for nature walks or an Arbor Day activity with a science twist.
• Carrot Life Cycle Coloring Page – Adds variety with a root vegetable example that fits spring themes.
• Plant Life Cycle Coloring Page – A science-based printable showing the stages of plant growth.
• Parts of a Plant Worksheet – Builds vocabulary and labeling skills related to botany.
• Leaf Coloring Pages – Ideal for identifying different leaf types or just relaxing coloring time.

Last Updated on 30 March 2025 by Clare Brown