Kindergarten Activities
From outdoor activities perfect for a sunny day, to indoor activities for when the rain is falling, we've got math activities, science activities, writing, reading, and more: so get those paints and markers ready! Make a book, go word fishing, or send kids on a shape scavenger hunt. Here are dozens of things to do with your kindergarten child.
Experiment with Boiled Egg Science
Try this science exploration with your kindergarten scientist, and help her explore the changing states of matter which transform an egg from raw to soft to hard-boiled.
Dress Up Reading: Make a "Realia" Box
Teachers call "dress up" stuff "realia," and they use it a lot to help students enter the world of books. Here's how to use "realia"- tangible puppets and objects that help kids enter the world of books.
Leprechaun Treasure Cake
This cake makes the perfect hideout for leprechaun treasure. When it's time to eat, everyone at the table pulls a ribbon to see if there's gold on the other end!
Search for Leprechaun Gold
It's green. It's lucky. And guess what: St. Patrick's Day is a kindergarten social studies topic, too! Try this cute discovery lesson to build early mapreading skillls by finding some homemade "leprechaun gold."
Paint with Food!
Here's one time when "playing with your food" is not only acceptable -- it's science, history, and art!
Say "Ah": Play Doctor and Practice Reading
From ankles to toes, teach your child the different parts of the body and how they're spelled. Before you know it she'll be recognizing letters and sounds. Next stop: medical school!
Make a Sand Painting
Sand isn't just for the beach anymore. Kids can use sand to create colorful masterpieces that are beautiful and useful.
Make a Butterfly Mobile
Love butterflies? Watch them fly and flutter inside your home with a mobile that's easy for young children to create. This fun, eco-friendly craft project is the perfect alternative to catching real butterflies -- plus it teaches kids about nature.
Plant a Mini Herb Garden
Grow delicious herbs while teaching kids about science and nature -- a truly tasty way to learn!
Make a Magnet Painting
Here is an activity that blends art and science by using magnets, paint, and objects found around the house to create a picture.
