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. Just in time for the holidays take a look at all of our Christmas Activities and Homemade Christmas Decorations!
Elevens
Get out a deck of cards and practice finding sums of 11 in this one-player math game! You'll lay out nine cards, then try to find sets of cards that add up to 11. This is excellent practice for any first grader working on their addition facts.
Make an Alphabet Block Menorah
Make a Menorah while learning your ABC's with this easy craft.
Make a Kid-Friendly Magnetic Menorah!
One of the most well-known and integral traditions of Hanukkah is lighting the menorah. Your little one may be a bit remiss that he can't participate in the lighting, so help him craft his own magnetic menorah that he can safely "light"!
Build & Take
There's power in positive numbers, but negative numbers are equally important! Practice adding and subtracting with positive and negative numbers in this fun card game. You'll improve your understanding of this tricky concept in no time!
New Year's Recycled Noisemakers
Engage your child in the creative process by asking her to think outside the box as she looks for used or worn items to make this recycled noisemaker to celebrate the new year.
Creating Line Symmetry
Test out your knowledge of symmetry in this fun geometrical activity! You will need to work together to create images that have symmetry, or sides that reflect one another. Take turns leading and following as you work towards a better understanding of what makes something symmetrical.
Start a New Mistletoe Tradition!
Why not enlist your child's help in counteracting the holiday hustle-bustle with this family-affirming activity? Every time someone walks under your child's homemade mistletoe, he or she will express kindness or appreciation to someone.
Create Your Own Christmas Story!
It's an exciting holiday for your youngster--the first Christmas she can read. Enhance her verbal skills by attaching magnets to Christmas images and encouraging her to narrate her own unique holiday tale!
Write Your Own O. Henry Christmas Story
"The Gift of the Magi" is a tale about a man and wife living in poverty, yet still willing to sacrifice everything for each other's happiness. As your child writes his own version, he will reflect on issues of self-image, sacrifice, love, and family.
Who is Santa Claus? An Adjective Activity
Are you looking for an exciting way to help your child learn the parts of speech? Start with adjectives and have your child describe Santa Claus to someone who has never heard of him.
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