5th Grade Activities
Looking for games and activities to support your fifth grader in school? This year is all about giving her the skills to make middle school a breeze. From science activities for curious kids to math games that make fractions fun, we've got great ideas to keep learning going outside of the classroom.
Write an Acrostic Poem
The start of a new year is the perfect time for self-reflection and planning for the future. In this activity, your child will express her New Yearâs resolutions in the form of an acrostic poem!
Sew a T-Shirt Throw Pillow
There's finally a way to revive those old, ragged t-shirts! Invite your child to find an old tee around the home and turn it into a unique throw pillow. This recycled craft project will provide motor skill practice and a lesson in sewing techniques.
Give a Holiday Toast with Wassail
Your child will enjoy concocting this sweet, tangy, spiced cider while testing his knowledge of measurements.
Make a Homemade Keepsake Book
A keepsake book is a great present for your child to make for someone special. Whether he turns it into a gussied-up photo album, a collection of quotes, or a storybook for a younger sibling, it is sure to make the recipient smile.
Pet Presents: Quilt a Snuggly Pet Blanket
Have a pet that needs a warm spot to snuggle? Your child (along with some parental assistance) can make him this blanket in a jiff, and it's ultra cozy! You and your child will be using old felted sweaters for this beginning sewing project.
Make Marbled Christmas Balls
Forget mass-produced, store bought holiday ornaments. Using just some paint and clear plastic ornament balls, your child can usher in the holidays by making his own homemade marbled Christmas ornaments!
Construct an Easy Paddle Boat Racer!
Invite your child to build her own miniature models of paddle boats. She will have a blast racing them in your family bathtub. On your mark, get set, go!
Try Water Science Trickery!
Who doesn't love a good magic trick? Demonstrate this entertaining "illusion" to your child and educate her about water pressure at the same time! You will make it look like a single card is holding an entire glass of water in the glass.
Bake Domino Cookies
To spark your child's interest in traditional games, bake up a set of these edible dominoes!
Game Show Fun for the Whole Family
Does your child have difficulty studying material and retaining vocabulary for certain subjects in school? Have your child create his very own custom Jeopardy game for the family! It's simple and will work for all subject areas.
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