Games and Activities
Looking for 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 around, or narrow your search by grade and subject area.
Mobiles are a fun and easy way for kids to show off the important people in their life. Plus, they make a wonderful room decorations! Get together some family photos, glue, yarn and a paper towel roll and you’ll have a fantastic decoration of lasting memories.
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Lace the ABCs!
Lacing is a great way to practice hand-eye coordination, which will help later with writing. Turn it into a fun preschool art project, by stringing up some ABC's!
Practice Telephone Talk!
Here’s a “telephone” you can make with your kindergartener to let him practice the most important numbers in your family’s life. It will incorporate math and social studies skills, too!
Experiment with Crater Science!
What's a crater, and how does it happen? Here's a kindergarten experiment with safe, nontoxic ingredients.
Homemade Gifts: Make Snowman Soup!
When it’s cold and blustery outside, nothing tastes better than a warm cup of cocoa! This measuring and mixing project is perfect for young children and makes a fun holiday gift for teachers and friends.
Christmas Cookie Ornaments
The only challenge to making cookie ornaments is making them last long enough to decorate your tree. Make sure to make a big batch â some to gobble right away, and some to hang from pretty ribbons.
Play the Fish for Numbers Game!
Is your child struggling with number recognition? Here's a great way to go fishing for numbers that will feel more like play than counting practice!
Make Your Own Menorah
Hanukkah menorahs come in all sizes and shapes, but when it comes to kids' celebrations, the best is always handmade. Here's how to help your preschooler make a simple menorah!
Make Walnut Christmas Ornaments!
With young children in the house, it's no wonder most parents seek out unbreakable Christmas ornaments. These festive little nut balls are not only indestructible, they're fun to make!
Decorate Your Own Lampshade
Here’s a home decorating project that makes personalization affordable, easy and enough fun that you won’t mind switching from pirates to firefighters in three weeks: decorating your own lampshade!
Make Coffee Can Stilts
If you have a child who loves physical stunts, try making these coffee-can stilts. They couldn't be easier to put together, and they’re sure to provide hours of backyard fun and exercise.
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