Birthday chart (free printable, twelve months)
Twelve month boxes in school-year order with lines for names and dates, so a glance at the wall tells you who is next. Change the month order or the heading.
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About this sheet
A birthday chart is a small thing that does a lot for belonging: a child sees their name on the wall, and the class learns who has a birthday this month. This one starts in August, the first month of the school year, and keeps summer birthdays together at the end, so you can decide in June how to celebrate them. Write names and dates by hand, or type nothing and let students write their own. The boxes are large enough for ten names each. Keep the page where students can see it, and check with families about birthday celebrations before you plan any.
Grades: Pre-K to 5. Best in: August, September.
How to use it
- Edit the heading or the order of the months. Start with the month your school year begins.
- Print the chart and write each child’s name and date in the box for their birth month, or let students do it themselves.
- Post it near the calendar and check it every Monday. Agree with families how the day will be marked.
Five ideas for class
- Choose a simple routine for every birthday, such as a song and a certificate, so each child gets the same treatment, whether the day falls in July or November.
- Mark summer birthdays in June: give those children a half-birthday celebration during the school year.
- Use it for the math lesson: students count how many birthdays are in each month and make a bar graph from the chart.
- Ask families first. Some do not celebrate birthdays, so offer a quiet alternative such as a special pencil or a seat of honor.
- Send home a card on the day, written by you or by the class, rather than treats, which are harder with allergies.
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Questions
Why does the chart start in August?
Most U.S. school years begin in August or September, so the first box is the first month of school. Edit the list to start in January or any month you like.
Should I post children’s birthdays?
Many schools do. Others avoid posting full dates for privacy. If you prefer, write only the day of the month or the month alone. Follow your school’s policy.
Can I use it for staff birthdays?
Yes. Change the heading to Our Team’s Birthdays and use it in the staff room.
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