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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Build a Pop Rocket
What's cooler than an explosion? Not much! This simple science experiment lets kids build their own pop rocket, with help from a basic chemical reaction. So put on your safety goggles and let her rip!
Write a Spooky Story
Want to build your fourth grader's literary repertoire with tools like foreshadowing and description? Try a spooky Halloween story!
Make a Paper Chain Calendar
Young kids usually have only a vague sense of time. They probably know that an hour is longer than ten minutes, and a week is shorter than a month, but it's difficult for them to gage time's passing. Making a paper chain calendar can help.
Thesaurus Mad Lib!
Your third grader may know how to use a dictionary, but what about a thesaurus? Here's a fun holiday activity that will have you and your child singing, laughing, and using a great writing tool!
Turn and Learn About the Earth's Seasons!
In this interactive activity, your second grader will see first-hand how the Earth moves and brings seasonal changes to our world.
Make Back-to-School Business Cards!
A simple, fun way to ensure your second grader hangs on to her stuff this school year - or at least gets it back quickly - is to have her create "business cards" to use as labels. Not only will they keep her organized, but she'll squeeze in some writing practice, too!
Float My Clay Boat
Want to introduce your child to some science while playing with water and clay? Here's a hands-on experiment that will have your child using clay to design the floatiest boat he can!
Start a Survey!
This activity puts your kid in charge of her own survey. She'll poll her relatives and friends, collect information, and then create a colorful chart to display her findings.
Fudge Cookies Kids Can Make Themselves
To be successful in school, kids need to learn how to follow directions. And it takes practice! This recipe is incredibly easy for even the youngest kids to follow. Plus, it makes a great gift when you're looking to wrap up something sweet.
Make an Electrical Zapper
Using simple materials found around your home, you can reinforce the static electricity concept by helping your child build a simple device that will produce a spark that you and your child can feel, see, and hear!
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