Kids' Activities and Games
Looking for kids activities to show your child the fun side of learning? From science experiments and math games to writing projects and more, we've got you covered! Use the selector on the right to browse our kids activities, or narrow your search by grade and subject area. Just in time for the holidays take a look at all of our Christmas Activities and Homemade Christmas Decorations!
Compete in Makeshift Maccabiah Games
In paying homage to the Maccabiah Games, you too can bring this unique aspect of Jewish Heritage to your children. This game is also perfect for helping your child (and friends) develop athletic ability, motor skills, and coordination.
Getting Even
Memorizing addition facts is an important step in a first grader's learning. Teach your child this fun card game in order to squeeze in a little extra addition practice. All you need is a deck of cards, and you are ready to get started!
Tour the U.S.A.
Practice those multiplication facts while learning a little about geography! Memorizing the times tables is a necessary part of the third grade. This fun game is an excellent way to do just that.
Make a Kid-Friendly Magnetic Menorah!
One of the most well-known and integral traditions of Hanukkah is lighting the menorah. Your little one may be a bit remiss that he can't participate in the lighting, so help him craft his own magnetic menorah that he can safely "light"!
Discover Christmas Smells and Memories!
Memories can be easily evoked by scents that are familiar to us. In this activity, your child will test out his sense of smell and its connection to memories as he is exposed to common Christmas scents found in your kitchen.
Make a Family Telephone Directory
What better way to encourage family bonding and communication than to make a family directory to help everyone keep in touch?
Hang an Appalachian Holiday Wreath!
Help the environment this Christmas by using fabric remnants to make this beautiful braided wreath!
Metric Ant Paths
A deck of playing cards will determine your ant's pace in this measurement game! Draw a card to see what number you will use. Measure that amount of centimeters on your game board. Try to reach all of the locations on your board before the other "ants," and you'll win!
Write Your Own O. Henry Christmas Story
"The Gift of the Magi" is a tale about a man and wife living in poverty, yet still willing to sacrifice everything for each other's happiness. As your child writes his own version, he will reflect on issues of self-image, sacrifice, love, and family.
Hang a Patchwork Star of David in Your Home!
Guide your third grader in this fun, eco-friendly craft this Hanukkah. Your child will practice his basic geometry skills and make a festive decoration along the way!
Browse Activities by Grade & Topic
Holiday Central
Get great ideas for gifts, homemade decorations, recipes, and more...
