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.
Make a "Mood Meter" Sign
Kindergartners spend a lot of time working in groups, so it's important that they learn to identify different moods and feelings. Create this color-coded "mood meter" and help your child read her moods... and yours!
Give Your Next Gift in a Treasure Box!
Next time your kindergartener gives a present, try skipping the wrapping paper and give it inside a homemade "treasure box" instead. It's an easy and creative way to get her practicing her writing and fine motor skills!
Paint Your Way to Writing the Alphabet
Want to help your child write the alphabet beautifully? Painting is one of the best things you can have her do to improve her small motor skills. Let the creativity flow with this activity that uses lots of brush strokes, along with some color mixing science, and even some art history.
Transition Into Kindergarten with a Routine Book
Ease the transition to kindergarten and encourage reading by helping your child create a book that lists her typical, daily activities.
Make a Tooth Care Poster
During kindergarten, your child will learn about dental hygiene and how to take care of those growing pearly whites! Make a tooth care poster with her to help her understand how important it is to take care of that beautiful smile!
Make a First Day of School Mobile
Celebrate and remember that very special day when your child became a kindergartner by creating a First Day of School Mobile filled with pictures and keepsakes from the exciting day.
Create a Preschool Art Gallery
Make an instant art gallery with your child to display all of her beautiful artwork in a fun yet elegant way. This is a great activity for parents to do with children of any age.
Make Your Own Instruments!
Most children have an innate desire to make music - or at least noise - and this activity is the perfect way to let your kindergartner let loose his inner musician and make his very own instruments with things from around the house!
Explore Earth Science and Make a "Worm Hotel"
Worms are a vital part of our ecosystem, enriching the nutrients in the soil by constantly digesting and composting as they burrow through the ground. Make this "worm hotel" with your budding scientist to get a special view of what's going on.
Boost Those Kindergarten Reading Skills and Make a Phonics Frog
Any time you have a chance to practice letter sounds with your kindergartner--keeping it upbeat, exciting and fun is essential when it comes to reading development. Here's a goofy phonics craft that offers a special focus on the letter "F" as in "Froggie!"
