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.
You don't need to reinvent the wheel to give your kids a lesson in simple mechanics.
CUPS, which stands for Capitalization, Usage, Punctuation, and Spelling, is a useful tool when helping your student edit a writing piece. Plus, it is an activity you can do together!
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Find the Math Fact Family
More often than not, practice of math facts is limited to timed drill sheets and flashcards. But third-graders are more likely to tune into math facts if practice is presented as a game!
Knock Off Numbers For Mental Math Practice!
Starting with mental math basics will give your child the confidence to take on longer, more complex problems. This activity is a great starting point because it is quick, easy and involves only simple addition facts.
Make a Pinata!
Got that party fever? Looking for a crafty distraction for a warm day? Few things are as fun for kids as a piñata, and it's easy-as-pie to make your own!
Math Solitaire for Two
Who doesn't love a good, old-fashioned game of solitaire - especially when you don't have to play alone? Engage your third-grader in this version of the classic game and she will get lots of practice using mental math to solve addition and subtraction problems.
Compare and Contrast... in Writing!
The ability to compare and contrast texts, ideas, and characteristics will become essential across all subjects as your child enters the higher elementary grades and onto middle school.
Be a Detail Artist!
Fourth graders need a lot of practice writing detailed sentences. They're often good at writing introductions and conclusions. It's what sits in the middle that gets them into trouble. Does your young writer need more details to take her writing to the next level? Add some artwork to the mix.
Make a Figures of Speech Book!
As your child becomes a more advanced reader (and writer!) he'll be dealing with more complicated text. Help him get figures of speech (such as similes, metaphors, hyperbole, and personification) down pat. This make-your-own book project is a great start!
Play Math Baseball!
Math Baseball is a fun and competitive way to review new math concepts and simple computations. All you need is some paper, pencils, and a scorecard!
Speaking Up on the Daily News
Even if your fourth grader can talk a mile a minute to bring you the latest school news, she probably needs practice with writing and speaking skills. Make it fun by helping her create her very own show called "The Daily News"!
Pine Cone Bird Feeder
Nature is at the heart of preschool science. This homemade bird feeder will bring some feathered friends in for some closer observation, and it's a breeze for little kids to make!
