September Homeschool Activities Calendar
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September is such a wonderful month for homeschoolers. The air begins to cool, the leaves start to shift, and we naturally find ourselves leaning into cozy rhythms. After the busyness of back-to-school in August, September gives us space to enjoy the early signs of fall, embrace nature, and create memorable family traditions.
To make things simple, I’ve put together a September Homeschool Calendar with easy, low-prep activities you can sprinkle into your days. These ideas work across ages, so you can invite all of your children to join in. Whether you try one a week or follow along day by day, you’ll bring a little seasonal magic into your homeschool.
Week 1: Apples & Early Fall
- Sept 1: Apple taste test + graph the results. (Find more apple activities here.)
- Sept 2: Read How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World.
- Sept 3: Apple stamping art project.
- Sept 4: Learn about Johnny Appleseed.
- Sept 5: Make homemade applesauce.
- Sept 6: Write or dictate an apple poem.
- Sept 7: Family baking day: apple crisp or pie.
Apples are such a fun and simple way to kick off the month. You can cover math, science, history, and art just by bringing in this classic fruit.
Week 2: Cozy Home & Routines
- Sept 8: Make apple-scented playdough.
- Sept 9: Poetry teatime with autumn poems.
- Sept 10: Handwriting/copywork: favorite fall poem.
- Sept 11: Start a family read-aloud by candlelight.
- Sept 12: Make leaf rubbings with crayons.
- Sept 13: Practice a new hymn or folksong.
- Sept 14: Family game night (we love Outfoxed).
This week is all about leaning into rhythms and creating cozy spaces. Little touches like candlelight or fresh playdough can make learning feel special.
Week 3: Nature + Harvest Time
- Sept 15: Visit a farmer’s market and draw what you see.
- Sept 16: Create leaf animals or creatures. (See tons of leaf activities here)
- Sept 17: Harvest-themed picture study (The Gleaners by Millet is a lovely option).
- Sept 18: Cook a harvest soup or stew together.
- Sept 19: Learn about Monarch migration.
- Sept 20: Start a simple nature collection box or add to your shelf.
- Sept 21: Stargazing evening—look for constellations.
September is harvest season, and there are so many hands-on opportunities for children to connect with the world around them.
Week 4: Celebrating Autumn
- Sept 22: Autumn Equinox nature walk + journal.
- Sept 23: Collect acorns and learn about oak trees. (Lots of seed and tree activities here)
- Sept 24: Try a simple fall craft (like a leaf garland).
- Sept 25: Narration of a seasonal poem.
- Sept 26: Read fall folk or fairy tales.
- Sept 27: Create a fall-themed painting or chalk art.
- Sept 28: Family movie night with apple cider + popcorn.
Celebrate the first official days of fall by slowing down, enjoying nature, and adding a few seasonal crafts to your homeschool.
Week 5: Wrapping Up September
- Sept 29: Feast of St. Michael (Michaelmas): make dragon bread or read a knight story.
- Sept 30: Family reflection: favorite September memories.
As the month winds down, it’s a beautiful time to reflect on what you’ve learned together and carry those cozy rhythms into October.
A homeschool calendar isn’t about doing everything, but it is about having gentle ideas at your fingertips. Even just a few of these September activities will help create lasting memories with your kids.
Thank you SO much for this post! I am going to implement many of these activities. I truly appreciate the time and effort you put into creating theses posts and freebies! We enjoy them very much and look forward to them!