Activities for Kids

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.

Create a Painted Rock Mosaic

Create a Painted Rock Mosaic

Mix two childhood favorites, paint and rocks, to beat summer boredom! Make a colorful rock mosaic that will help your child practice her patterns, shapes, and colors while making a beautiful work of art!

Make Your Own Ball Catch

Make Your Own Ball Catch

This toilet plunger ball catch is entertaining and easy to make!

Over and Out!: 2 Great Obstacle Courses

Over and Out!: 2 Great Obstacle Courses

When it comes to burning off energy and working kid muscles, nothing beats an obstacle course! Don't let a rainy day stop you. Here are some super easy ideas for creating your own course at home--whether indoors or out.

Mini House Gift Box

Mini House Gift Box

This gift box looks so much like a house, recipients will do a double-take. A great way to say "Wish you were here" to a friend or family member that's away at college or far from home!

Make a Marble Obstacle Course

Make a Marble Obstacle Course

Teach your preschooler simple science like gravity and balance without losing your marbles. Well . . . there's a chance you might lose a few!

Rudolph the Red Nosed Mad Libs!

Rudolph the Red Nosed Mad Libs!

Here's a fun holiday activity that will have you and your child singing, laughing, and using a great writing tool--the thesaurus!

Beanstalk in a Box

Beanstalk in a Box

Ever heard of phototropism? Here's a fun activity you can do at home with your kids to explore this fascinating plant adaptation.

Glue a Bumpy Alphabet!

Glue a Bumpy Alphabet!

Hands-on activities are fantastic for your preschool child. While kids learn when they see or hear, they learn even better when they can touch, too! Get your child's fingers walking the alphabet with this easy project. All you need is glue and a few other simple supplies.

Fish Me a Word

Fish Me a Word

Want to help your child learn how to read? Put down the books and pick up the fishing rod! This silly game is a fun way to introduce and reinforce sight words--by fishing for them!

Make Truck Tracks!

Make Truck Tracks!

Using different tools to express oneself through paint is a preschoolerâs dream. Create fun and imaginative works of art by using trucks to paint on paper in this activity.

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