4th Grade Activities
From cool card games that teach place value, to outdoor activities that introduce buoyancy, reading activities, writing, and more, we've got what you need to keep learning on the go. So, clear off the kitchen table and round up the family. Here's a stack of things to do with your fourth grader.
Cool Down With a Wet Clothes Relay!
As the weather warms and the school year comes to an end, boredom sometimes has a tendency to take over. Keep your child active and cool during those long, hot summer days with this wet clothes relay!
Guess the Distance: A Car Game
Looking for a fun game to play in the car? Try Blind Distance! It will teach your child about depth perception in a fun way, and will distract her from asking the dreaded question "Are we there yet?" At least for a little while!
Play Pool Basketball
Looking for a fun and competitive pool game? Look no further! Just grab some hula hoops and a couple water balloons and you're ready to play some pool basketball! It's a great game for the whole family and is perfect for all ages.
Play Beach Burst-Out
Next time you head to the beach, try playing this spin-off of Red Rover! It's a fun way to stay active during the summer, and can be played at the beach or the park!
Play Pass the Sponge
If you're looking for a fun way to cool off, try having a sponge race! This game is perfect for a group to play on a hot day at the park. It's easy to set up and fun to play!
Play Sun Tag!
Here's a perfect beach game: it's tag but with a twist! Draw a circle in the sand and have "it" try to catch the rest of the players without stepping foot in the circle!
Have a Splash with a Sponge Toss Relay!
If you're looking for a fun game to play in the pool this summer, look no further! Have a splash of a time with this exciting pool competition. Grab a sponge, rustle up your child and a few of his friends, and you're ready to have a Sponge Relay Race!
Play Undercover Intruders
Looking for a great family game to play over summer break? Try Undercover Intruders, an exciting game that uses squirt guns and blindfolds to test your child's abilities to stay silent and sneak passed the guards. Can she get through without being noticed? Try and find out!
Make a Prefix-Suffix Flip Book
Here's a tool that will help your fourth grader break down complex words without a sweat. Create a prefix-suffix flip-book and help improve your child's decoding skills and vocabulary.
Medieval Cathedrals: Stained Glass and the Art of Architecture
Get inspired by the beautiful stained glass windows of Medieval cathedrals and make your own work of art out of materials you can find right in your home. This activity is perfect for a summer day when there's nothing to do, and you'll learn a little history while you're at it!
