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 Cornhusk Doll
From records and objects left behind by the Pilgrims, we know that even though their lives were hard, their kids still loved to play. Here is a cornhusk craft they probably learned from their new neighbors, the Wampanoag Indians.
Make a Thanksgiving Cornucopia
This Thanksgiving, make your own "horn of plenty" with your child while you teach him about the first Thanksgiving, the Fall harvest, and why we eat so much on Turkey Day.
Make Beaded Candy Cane Ornaments
Decorate your Christmas tree with beaded candy canes made by your child. This activity teaches your child an AB pattern which is taught in kindergarten and essential for learning number patterns. You can even make enough for relatives and friends or attach them to holiday gifts!
Create Thanksgiving Finger Puppets
Help your child make these charming Thanksgiving finger puppets. Then, use them to reenact the first Thanksgiving.
Christmas Tree Counting
Here's an activity that combines counting, Play-Doh, and arts and crafts! What could be better?
Do Some Cranberry Sauce Science!
It's food. It's Thanksgiving tradition. And guess what: Cranberry Sauce is also science!
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.
Play Concentration ... With a Twist!
Concoct your own Concentration game! This take on the classic game of Concentration is far more interesting than playing with regular cards. Your child's own picture perfect face is used as the image that she matches up with its pair!
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.
Mayflower Math
Okay, it's true: the Mayflower is generally a social studies topic, not a math one. But if you've got an elementary school math maven, we think the historical record also contains some great opportunities for number practice!
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