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.
Draw Sidewalk Chalk Family Portraits
This activity is perfect for those Spring and Summer days when you and your child want to make the most of the beautiful weather and spend some time outside. She'll learn about her family and get a chance to show off her sidewalk chalk artistic prowess!
Paint Like Mondrian!
Here's a painting activity that incorporates some art history - the style of the great modernist painter, Mondrian - and gives your child a chance to work with geometric shapes and practice the vertical and horizontal strokes he uses in forming letters. Get ready for some stunning results, too.
Play Punctuation Red Light/Green Light!
With nothing more than a flat open space and some lively kids, you can reinforce key concepts of punctuation while having lots of healthy laughs.
Make a Bedroom Planetarium!
With nothing more than an oatmeal box, a flashlight, and some construction paper your child will have the makings of an incredibly cool bedroom planetarium.
What Has Happened to the Rain?
This activity will help your child become more aware of what happens when pollution goes into our air, and continue to reinforce that love and protectiveness she has of the environment. It might even inspire her to make some "green" changes in her life!
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.
Make a Pop-Up Lantern
Candles are a natural centerpiece for a tabletop. Why not add another dimension by covering your candle with this homemade beautiful shade?
Master Your Counting Skills With a Mock Card Shop
Teach your third grader about the concepts money exchange and purchasing with this "Mock Card Shop" activity and help him to practice his math skills while he's at it!
Say It With (Edible) Flowers
Here is an activity that your kids can make for Mother's Day, a garden pot filled with edible "flowers."
Make a Mini Waterfall
Your child will love the creativity involved with this mini-waterfall project. He'll get to work on his planning, problem solving, architectural and science skills, while also getting a chance to play with some water!
