Kindergarten Activities
From outdoor activities perfect for a sunny day, to indoor activities for when the rain is falling, we've got math activities, science activities, writing, reading, and more: so get those paints and markers ready! Make a book, go word fishing, or send kids on a shape scavenger hunt. Here are dozens of things to do with your kindergarten child.
Basket Weaving for Beginners
Weaving baskets has never been easier or more fun than this paper bowl version. In addition to looking great and being useful, these crafty baskets will help kids work on their fine motor skills and their use of patterns.
Make a Love and Kisses Jar
Who doesn't need more love and kisses in their life? Here's a sweet gift you and your child can make together-- sure to please the most finicky valentine!
Investigate Magnetic Attraction
Magnets may hold up papers on the fridge, but is it the paper that attracts them? Find out more with this kindergarten science investigation.
Strawberry Easter Baskets
A tisket, a tasket, here's a pretty homemade basket to fill with treats at Easter.
Christmas Cookie Ornaments
The only challenge to making cookie ornaments is making them last long enough to decorate your tree. Make sure to make a big batch - some to gobble right away, and some to hang from pretty ribbons.
Make Coffee Can Stilts
If you have a child who loves physical stunts, try making these coffee-can stilts. They couldn't be easier to put together, and they’re sure to provide hours of backyard fun and exercise.
Sweet Valentine Picture Frames
This pretty frame makes a great gift for friends or family, and will last a lot longer than a box of chocolates. Plus, the process requires fine motor skills, which will help with pencil grip, and simple patterning ability, a key component to early math.
Popsicle Stick Log Cabin
This popsicle stick "log cabin" is a great introduction to pioneer history, and makes for a fun and absorbing craft.
Practice Writing with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Back in preschool, your kid probably read about the "Very Hungry Caterpillar." Here's a fun activity that takes that classic to a new level--and builds strong kindergarten reading and writing skills at the same time.
Make a Garden View Box
With just a few simple household items, you can create a "grow box" that lets a kid see just how salad plants send down their roots and grow underground.
