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Looking for kids activities to show your child the fun side of learning? From science experiments and math games to writing projects and more, we've got you covered! Use the selector on the right to browse our kids activities, or narrow your search by grade and subject area.

Construct an Edible Holiday Train

Construct an Edible Holiday Train

A twist on the traditional holiday gingerbread house, this holiday train is made with graham crackers and decorated with candy, icing, and other edible trimmings.

Prepare Creamy Christmas Peppermints

Prepare Creamy Christmas Peppermints

These velvety peppermint creams make a great introduction to cooking for the very young. No time in the oven is needed, so you don't have to worry about your little one burning herself.

Create Fake Moonlight!

Create Fake Moonlight!

Ignite your child's interest in astronomy and stimulate her curiosity about the world around her with this simple science experiment that demonstrates the principle of luminosity and the reflection property of light.

Create a Snapping Croc Costume!

Create a Snapping Croc Costume!

Talk about a double whammy! This clever crocodile costume is both entertaining to create and wear. Your child will delight in replicating his favorite reptile with this life-size jaw costume.

Try Water Science Trickery!

Try Water Science Trickery!

Who doesn't love a good magic trick? Demonstrate this entertaining "illusion" to your child and educate her about water pressure at the same time! You will make it look like a single card is holding an entire glass of water in the glass.

Build a Balloon ... Out of Paper!

Build a Balloon ... Out of Paper!

Engage your child's fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination by guiding her through this origami balloon activity. Incredibly, this beautiful design uses just one piece of paper!

Make a Papier-Mâché Mask

Make a Papier-Mâché Mask

Masks have so many uses: as props in dramatic productions, as decorative objects, or simply as entertainment for a long school break. This papier-mache mask is the perfect project for your budding middle school artist.

Bake Chocolate Snow Balls!

Bake Chocolate Snow Balls!

These sweet treats are as much fun to make as they are to eat! And who knows? This recipe may inspire your youngster to become a future baker or pastry chef!

Celebrate the Season with an Orange Pomander

Celebrate the Season with an Orange Pomander

Your child will delight in doing this traditional holiday arts and crafts activity. Its fragrant scent fills the air and evokes thoughts of crisp autumn days and warm holiday cheer.

Trim the Tree with "Glass" Candy Ornaments

Trim the Tree with "Glass" Candy Ornaments

Using cookie cutters and a little help from an adult, youngsters can turn hard candies into colorful faux glass ornaments for the holidays. They will be fascinated as the hard candies melt when heated and harden again when cool.

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