Middle School Activities
Middle school is all about getting hands-on learning. From math games and science activities to fun study strategies and homework help, we've got it all! Go shopping for variables, make a mind-bending illusion, and make movies as you read. Try these fun activities for some hands-on learning at home.
Math a la Mode
For some math concepts,the hard part is remembering which formula to use! To illustrate the mathematical concepts of range, mean, median, and mode, here are some quick activities you can do with your child.
Put Together a Procedure!
If following directions is hard for your child, why not turn the tables and teach her how to effectively give instructions? With this fun activity you'll also be teaching your child how to write good scientific procedures that can be reproducible.
Whither the Weather? Be a Forecaster
See how accurate you can be in predicting the forecast or evaluating who can come the closest to the actual atmospheric readings. You'll be learning important terms while spending some time together, even if it's in front of the T.V.!
Bake a Batch of Fractions!
With this activity, you'll be practicing adding and subtracting fractions, but the activity can be modified to refresh multiplication, division, and more.
Compare and Contrast! Diagram a Story
Comparing and contrasting elements in narrative texts involves identifying how story elements, situations, and plots are alike and different. Here's how you can get your middle schooler started.
Practice Geometry! Get the Right Angle
Identifying angles as vertical, adjacent, complementary, or supplementary may sound intimidating, but with this exercise, you can turn your child into an expert angler in no time!
Experiment with Magnet Magic
Is your child struggling to get a handle on the principles of magnetism? Here's a fun activity to demonstrate polarity and understand the basic principles of magnetism.
Get Wise to Word Problems
Is your middle schooler stumped by word problems in math class? Here's an at-home activity that will help your child take a step back and see the big picture.
Beat the Middle School Mumbles
Want to turn your child into an expert orator? Try this at-home activity to get your child thinking about voice modulation, inflection, tempo, enunciation, and eye contact.
Apply Yourself! How to Fill Out Forms
Applications can look daunting to children. But filling out forms can be a great learning experience for kids. Here's how to give your child some formal training.
