March is one of those in-between months. For many of us, it's a transition month from winter to spring. That makes it one of my favorites -- snowstorms give way to thunderstorms, daylight hours are getting longer, and there are those wonderful days you can smell spring in the air.
But this change of seasons isn't the only reason to celebrate March. Here are 5 special family-friendly holidays and events you and your kids will want to celebrate this month:
Pi Day
Celebrate ... with pie, of course! Try this amazing apple pie recipe that is sure to add up to a totally happy family (see what I did there?) March 14
St. Patrick's Day
It's time to make an elaborate leprechaun trap! Maybe this will be the year your kids catch hold of that little troublemaker. March 17
First Day of Spring
Oh, happy day. March 20
National Single Parent's Day
Support a single parent today! How? Let them know you see how many self-sacrifices they make for their kids. Bring them a meal. Offer childcare. Listen, so they know they're not alone. March 21
Take a Walk in the Park Day
... and make sure to take the time to stop and smell the roses. March 30
Kara Murphy is the publisher of Macaroni Kid Erie, Pa.
