2nd Grade Activities
Looking for games and activities to keep your child busy? Second grade is all about real world applications - from math activities that teach about money, to games that develop reading comprehension, we've got fresh ideas to keep learning going long after the school bell rings.
Your Number's Up
Understanding place value is an important math skill! Help your child gain confidence as they compete to create the largest number using a deck of playing cards and a place value mat.
I'm the Greatest!
Grab a deck of playing cards, and let's go! Challenge yourself and your child to find the largest sums possible. Whoever can find the biggest answers gets the points!
Ten-Twenty-Thirty
Try this single-player addition game! All you need is a deck of playing cards to get started. Try to find sums of 10, 20, or 30 in order to clear cards.
Half As Much
Sharing can be a challenge, and division doubly so! Practice halving numbers in this competitive card game. Play in groups or coach your child through one-on-one.
Double Trouble
Try this competitive card game! Your child will practice doubling numbers as you flip over cards. Try one-digit or two-digit numbers, or more!
Make Holiday Cookie Canisters
You can buy fancy gift tins for your homemade cookies this year, but if you’ve got a curious kid, why not try this inexpensive, easy, and truly adorable version?
Guess the Amount with Your Own Estimation Jar!
An estimate is not just a random guess; it requires thought and reasoning. What better way to practice estimation than with a game? Help your child fine tune his critical thinking skills in relation to volume and size with this simple activity!
Make Fancy-Looking Soap Cubes!
Show your child how to make these fancy-looking soap cubes for a favorite teacher, and she will be the star of the class! These sudsy soaps are easy to concoct in an ice tray and look adorable stacked up in a traditional mason jar.
Write a Letter on Personalized Stationery!
Help your child make his own stationery, then take the opportunity to teach him how to write a letter! Your child will be proud and the recipient will be thrilled.
Play Marble Tag!
Similar to a treasure hunt, this variation on the classic game of tag combines healthy exercise, teamwork, and a little friendly trickery.
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