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.
Want to capture this moment in time? Make a time capsule of this period in your child's life! You may just be surprised at what you find, when you dig it up next year...
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Find the Missing Digit
Okay, identifying place value isn't as fun as eating ice cream, but with a few index cards and a competitive spirit, it can be disguised as a game!
Make a Paper Pumpkin
These paper pumpkins will make festive centerpieces in your home this Halloween season.
The Perfect Pumpkin Soup
Nothing says October like pumpkin soup, but in addition to tradition, it's also really good for you, with high amounts of fiber, iron, zinc and free radical busting antioxidants.
Concoct a Spicy Witch's Brew
Want to make a genuine, and delicious, witch's brew this Halloween? Here's a spicy hot cider recipe that should do just the trick.
Make Pumpkin Nut Bread
Want a fun, and delicious, activity to do with your child in the kitchen this Fall? Here's a pumpkin nut bread recipe that makes for a wonderful project on a crisp autumn afternoon.
Make a Crazy Pumpkin Character
Here's a silly activity that's a less dangerous version of pumpkin carving: using a small pumpkin and some fun materials, kids can bring their pumpkins to life!
Make a Plastic Cup Monster!
Learning about how plants grow is a building block in the preschool curriculum. Put a spine-tingling twist on this science concept with these fun cup monsters. They also make great homemade Halloween decor.
Make Halloween Shape Sticks
Here's a salt dough recipe that can be used to make ghostly character sticks for fun Halloween decor. They're easy to create, fun to decorate, and for once, provides a Halloween activity that doesn't involve sugar!
Make a Halloween Candle Holder
Nothing says Halloween like candlelight! For a ghostly arts and crafts activity that will give your child an introduction to the art of stained glass, give these candleholders a try. Your house will end up looking ripe for Halloween!
Observe the Greenhouse Effect in a Jar
This simple experiment serves as an introduction to the greenhouse effect. Your child will be able to see for himself the effects of a greenhouse, and relate this understanding to what occurs in our atmosphere, as well as practicing key science skills such as observing and recording data, using ...
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