Kids' Activities and Games
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.
Make a Homemade Keepsake Book
A keepsake book is a great present for your child to make for someone special. Whether he turns it into a gussied-up photo album, a collection of quotes, or a storybook for a younger sibling, it is sure to make the recipient smile.
Cook Chewy Gingerbread Cookies
Your child will want to bake several batches of these chewy gingerbread cookies to give to friends, teachers, and even Santa Claus on Christmas Eve! They are soft and sugary, with just enough ginger to give them a little kick!
Make Marbled Christmas Balls
Forget mass-produced, store bought holiday ornaments. Using just some paint and clear plastic ornament balls, your child can usher in the holidays by making his own homemade marbled Christmas ornaments!
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.
Construct an Easy Paddle Boat Racer!
Invite your child to build her own miniature models of paddle boats. She will have a blast racing them in your family bathtub. On your mark, get set, go!
Play Egg Carton Toss
Similar to a carnival toss, this egg carton toss game helps develop your child's fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination while building his math skills. Played inside or out, it's sure to provide hours of educational fun.
Craft a Santa Claus Mask!
Paper plates make great foundations for masks! Help your child craft this easy-to-make Santa mask that he will delight in wearing during the holiday season for Christmas pretend play.
Fashion your Porch with a Crafty Octopus
Keeping your little one occupied on a rainy day has never been this fun! Invite your child to create a weatherproof octopus that will hang in the window and greet those passing by.
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.
Bake Domino Cookies
To spark your child's interest in traditional games, bake up a set of these edible dominoes!
