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.
Make Homemade Candy Canes
Marbled candy canes are a traditional winter festival gift that looks good poking out of the top of a Christmas stocking, tied to a tree with ribbon, or adorning a beautifully wrapped present.
Extract DNA from Spinach!
DNA is the genetic coding that determines that a human embryo will become a man, a bird embryo will become a robin, and so on. Show your child how a quick whirl of spinach in the blender will reveal this cobwebby "stuff" of life!
Cover All
Use your number sense to complete this activity. Draw from a deck of cards to determine your number. Create an addition problem with that sum. Try to use as many numbers as possible in a quest to take over the game board!
Go on a Direction Scavenger Hunt
This scavenger hunt is like a revamped version of the childhood game, "Hot and Cold". Instead of telling the seeker if he's getting "warmer" or "colder" as he narrows in on a hidden object, you'll use words like up, down, over, and under.
Crafty Math? Make a Button Board!
Want to add a little craftiness to preschool math? Break out the glue gun and create this button board!
Making Candles from Old Candles
Think there's no use in saving those old candle stubs? Think again! Teach your kids about recycling with this project that transforms candle stubs into a brand new candle.
Make Your Own Cloud!
As they say, a picture's worth a thousand words. Rather than tell your kids how clouds are formed when warm and cold air meet, show them.
Play a Matching Game: Color Names
Your child will begin to recognize written color names as she looks at the different patterns and matches them up with the correct color name.
Practice Reading with a Word Hunt
Let your child play detective and search for word cards you've hidden around the house. With this fun game, she'll have a great time as she practices her reading skills!
Renaissance Art Project: Create a Silverpoint Drawing
Have your high school artist revive a bit of ancient history through art by creating a silverpoint sketch, or a drawing made of silver. In this activity, learn how to construct a "silver" stylus with gauge wire to make a unique drawing that she can cherish.
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