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.
Weave a Paper Thanksgiving Placemat
Let your first grader contribute to your Thanksgiving table with this fun paper weaving activity ... while extending handwriting and math skills at the same time!
Craft Corn Harvest Napkin Rings
Let your kindergartener help make your Thanksgiving special with these beaded napkin rings. While she's decorating your table, you'll also be giving her extra math patterning practice and helping her understand the meaning of the holiday.
Blow Painting
There is no denying that preschoolers love to paint. Let your little one have fun painting by blowing the paint around on the paper rather than using a paintbrush. The result will be a fabulously abstract piece of art!
Make a Science Discovery Table!
Kindergarten scientists love to touch, manipulate, and generally "check out" natural items such as snake skins, seashells, and pine cones. Nurture this curiosity with this "discovery table" for your home.
Make a Valentine Lollypop Greeting
Sure, you can go out and buy a box of Valentine cards--but for a special message try this simple craft activity to make someone's day.
Make Kool-Aid Tie Dye
The wonderful colors and designs of this method have intrigued many generations but can be made relatively easily and with simple household ingredients. Plus, it's a kid-friendly activity that never gets old.
Basket Weaving for Beginners
Weaving baskets has never been easier or more fun than this paper bowl version. In addition to looking great and being useful, these crafty baskets will help kids work on their fine motor skills and their use of patterns.
Create an Ocean in a Bottle
Every person who has walked along the beach wonders what will wash up on the shore with the next wave? This activity creates an ocean in a jar complete with waves, and will entrance your kindergarten child with the energy of the ocean.
Make a Santa "Wish List" Holder
This fun holiday activity will help your first grader collect a list of her Christmas wishes … and without realizing it, she’ll also get extra practice in reading and writing!
Make an Apple Turkey!
All you need to make this fun Thanksgiving craft are a few apples, toothpicks, marshmallows and raisins. When they're done, the kids will have made a fabulous table decoration everyone can enjoy while they gobble the real thing.
