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.
Make a Friendship Bracelet
The next time your child has a friend over and they are looking for something to do, have them make friendship bracelets together. It couldn't be simpler than tying a knot!
Make Money Make "Cents" to Your Second Grader!
Learning about money and working with various monetary values is not only an important part of growing up for your child, but it's also a great way for her to hone her math skills. Try playing this game with your second grader the next time you've got some change lying around.
A Bread Pudding Breakfast for Mother's Day
Here are two streamlined breakfast ideas so that mom not only gets a delicious breakfast for Mother's Day, but a clean kitchen too!
Craft a Felt Flower Bouquet
These sweet little posies make for an adorable craft project for any occasion, and the possibilities are endless when it comes to ways to use the flowers after they're done.
Flower Pop-up Card for Mom
Around this time of year, stores are full of Mother's Day card displays. Sure, they're fun; but there's really nothing like homemade! Here is a creative "flower pop-up" card that looks elaborate, but is really very easy for even a little kid to make.
Dress Up Chocolates for Mom!
This year, as you celebrate the many wonders of Mom, here's a sweet way to give your kid a little thesaurus practice.
Make a Shoe Box Guitar
Make this guitar out of an old shoebox for some musical fun, while saving room in the landfill.
Write a Going Green Plan
Here's an authentic writing task that is perfect for Earth Day, or any day! In this activity, your child's pen becomes an instrument of planetary importance.
Write a Safety Rules Manual
Give your child a chance to review his knowledge of safety and show off his developing writing skills at the same time by writing a safety manual to share at home.
Create Pressed Leaf Cards
This pressed leaf card project puts science, writing and fun together for your second grade child.
