Kindergarten Social Studies 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 Thanksgiving Cornucopia
This Thanksgiving, make your own "horn of plenty" with your child while you teach him about the first Thanksgiving, the Fall harvest, and why we eat so much on Turkey Day.
Create an Autumn Tree of Resolutions
Celebrate the season by sharing your thoughts and resolutions for the fall with the family! Help your kindergartner develop her fine motor and communication skills with this fun and festive fall activity.
Kindergarten Readiness: Map The Day!
Start the school year off right and help your new kindergartner map his day. You'll practice early social studies skills - and give your child some valuable reassurance, too.
Craft a Mini Totem Pole
Do this artistic activity to teach your child about the beautiful totem pole carvings of the Pacific Northwest Native American tribes! Use spools and markers to create a mini totem pole detailing important dates in your child's life.
Leaping Leprechauns!
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."
Craft Corn Harvest Napkin Rings
Let your kindergartener help make your Thanksgiving special with these beaded napkin rings. While she's decorating your table, you'll also be giving her extra math patterning practice and helping her understand the meaning of the holiday.
Practice Math with Supermarket Centers!
If you're looking for a way to get your child interested in math (and saving money!), this is a great activity to do with your child.
Practice Telephone Talk!
Here’s a “telephone” you can make with your kindergartener to let him practice the most important numbers in your family’s life. It will incorporate math and social studies skills, too!
Play Vocab-Building Improv!
There is no better time than the present to begin fostering your talented and creative young learner's knack for improvisation. With this anytime, anywhere game, kids can get a giggle while increasing their vocabulary.
