1st Grade Activities

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First grade is a year of firsts: your child's first full day of school, the first time she'll write a small story herself, and the first time she'll read a complete book cover to cover. We've got dozens of wacky reading and math activities, cool science experiments, and indoor and outdoor games to keep the learning fun.

DIY Decorating: Family Tree Nametags

Make a family tree, literally! This fun and easy project is the perfect way to help your first grader remember who's who, practice her handwriting, and decorate for Thanksgiving.

First Grade | Arts and Crafts | Writing

Create Popsicle Stick Puppets!

Forget store bought puppets. Teach your child how to make puppets out of popsicle sticks to put on an original puppet show, with pizazz! He will strengthen his fine motor skills as he cuts, pastes, and decorates his miniature figurines.

First Grade | Arts and Crafts

Make Thanksgiving Teepee Place Cards

Keep your child busy and entertained this Thanksgiving by enlisting her to make the table's place cards! She'll be delighted to have such an important job and she'll improve her spelling and fine motor skills along the way.

First Grade | Arts and Crafts | Social Studies | Writing

Make Holiday Thank You Cards

Kids love the holidays because they're full of family, tradition, and - oh yes - gifts. Use this opportunity to teach your child the good manners of sending thank you cards. Your child will get some great writing practice in, too!

Kindergarten | First Grade | Writing | Arts and Crafts

Ribbon Pattern Weave

Weaving is an ancient art that some historians believe predates written history. This magnificent art form has been found across many cultures and geographic regions. Introduce the world of fiber arts to your young child through this unique pattern inspired activity.

First Grade | Arts and Crafts