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.
Design a Road to College Board Game
Want to help your teen start thinking about his options without the shrugs and vacant stares? Make thinking about college fun by working with your teen to design and plan a Road to College board game!
Craft Unique Fridge Magnets
If you're looking for a way to display your child's artwork on the fridge, look no further! This activity recycles old magnets from insurance companies and turns them into pieces of flair for your fridge. Get creative as you make one-of-a-kind magnets for your one-of-a-kind kid!
Make a Cyber Bracelet
Your pre-teen can start a trend with unique cyber jewelry! She'll learn about computer parts and how to handle them as she uses an outdated computer to make a totally in-style bracelet!
Make Frost on the Window!
As a fifth grader your child may have an opportunity to grow crystals from chemical solutions at school. Here is a fun and nifty experiment to perform at home.
Paint with Ice
Need something to do on a hot summer day? This painting activity provides a cool new way to paint a masterpiece!
Create a Ziplock Bag Explosion!
Chemistry is a blast with this backyard bomb...made from a simple sandwich bag. All you need are a few ingredients from the pantry to create a satisfying, and safe, explosion.
Sew a Colorful Amish Potholder
The careful measurements and piecing of quilting happen to provide outstanding practice in spatial reasoning and early geometry. Quilting is also a great way to connect with the past hands-on. Help fourth graders stitch all these ideas together by letting them quilt something of their own!
Create a Two-Sided Opposites Painting
Transform a single sheet of card stock into a double-sided painting of opposites: on one side, a bright daytime landscape, on the other, a dusky evening scene.
Make Happy Face Biscuits
Looking for a fun cooking project? This kitchen activity will engage kids' senses and fine motor skills, and they'll have fun eating their unique creations when they're done!
Make a Kitchen Surprise Print
Use common kitchen tools to create an entirely uncommon work of art!
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