Games and Activities
Looking for 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 around, or narrow your search by grade and subject area.
Test your tween's money sense - her making and spending skills - with this quiz. There are no right or wrong answers, only wise and not-so-wise choices about money.
This bookmark is a helpful tool to use during and after reading to remind your child of "good reader" strategies that they can use themselves, and it is always right where it should be--in their book!
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Explore Bubble Science
Want to build the biggest, thickest bubbles around? This recipe makes bubbles that not only blow up nice and big, but do tricks and experiments! How do you do it? It's not a secret, it's science!
Explore Circumference with Your Bicycle Wheel
By late elementary school, students are exploring the many ways that geometry translates to real-world situations. Here's a hands-on activity that helps your child understand the concept of "circumference."
Explore Genetics by Finding Family Traits!
For a fun family activity to introduce your child to genetics, have your child go on a search for dominant and recessive family genes!
Explore the Phases of the Moon
Try this activity to see how the Moon's phases really work!
Explore the Science of Energy
Energy is the ability to change or move matter, and matter is everything that takes up space. Without energy, the world could not function! Here is a practical way to demonstrate specific types of energy.
Explore Volume: Who's Got the Biggest Fist?
Challenge your child to see who in the family has the "biggest" fist.This is a fun way to introduce kids to the concept of volume, and give them a quick hand's on activity to boot.
Explore Wheels and Axles
You don't need to reinvent the wheel to give your kids a lesson in simple mechanics.
Fabulous Easter Eggs
Easter's coming. But you don't have to use the same old store-bought egg dyes. Here's a great way to get your hands a little dirty, and celebrate the season family-style.
Face-Off! An Integer Card Game
This fun card game is a great way to help your child increase his speed and accuracy when solving integer problems.
Fact or Inference? Learn the Difference
Here's an enjoyable at-home activity that gives your child step-by-step practice identifying the important parts of an article and organizing his ideas.
