Negative and positive numbers can be confusing, but don't worry! This activity will help! By using the colors in a deck of playing cards to distinguish between positive and negative numbers, the concept is made clear.

Discuss probability as you play this game of chance. Many card games involve some degree of probability and provide a great avenue to discussing the math concept with your child. This activity puts it simply and makes math fun.

Match and compare numbers in this fun card game. Your first grader will love the challenge of trying to get rid of all the cards. Work together to find matches among the numbers and suits.

It's difficult to think of a more precious holiday keepsake than your childâs hand-crafted, illustrated version of this sweet Christmas tale. Your little one will explore basic poetic elements as he strengthens his creativity.

Encourage your child to decorate the house this holiday season with a gingerbread man chain that is almost cute enough to eat! This activity is small on cost, but large on imagination.

Freshly brewed apple cider is a perennial favorite for the winter holidays, and it's one beverage that will please both kids and adults. Preparing this concoction is a process your child will genuinely enjoy and learn from as well!

Giving children small bags of coins during Hanukkah is a tradition that remained in steady practice since the Middle Ages! Help your child get in touch with a long-standing tradition by crafting chocolate-filled bags for teachers and friends!

If you are looking for new recipes or ways to celebrate Hanukkah this year, try baking these traditional, jam-filled buttery cookies with your child. These Hamantaschen are usually made for Purim, but they are a colorful addition to the winter season as well.

Homemade decorations go a long way to turn a house into a home during the holiday season. Beautiful hand-cast paper ornaments may look as delicate as newly fallen snow, but theyâre actually quite sturdy -- and fun for kids to make!

Practice counting, addition, or subtraction in this math game! Print out a game board and get started. You and your child will take turns drawing cards from a deck to discover how many places to move. With several twists and turns to keep the game exciting, this activity makes math concepts fun.