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.
Bake Your Own Fortune Cookies
Give your child international cooking experience, as he makes his own fortune cookies. Made-for-them messages personalize these tasty treats for friends or family.
Roll-Up Bubble Wrap Candles
Make an occasion more special by using your own homemade candles! In this activity, your child will melt down wax to create her own set of uniquely textured candles that'll be sure to brighten up any room.
Natural vs. Artificial: Can You Taste the Difference?
Which do you prefer: real or artificial? Try this sweet little taste experiment to help your kids develop a better awareness of the food they consume.
Go on a Backyard Botany Hunt
Want to give your child a lesson in the wide world of plants? Here's a fun activity that will have him researching, collecting, and charting plant specimens from the neighborhood.
Draw Your Own Cartouche: Personalized Hieroglyphics
Has your child ever wondered what her name would look like written in hieroglyphs? Bring history to life by helping her create her own cartouche like the Egyptians did thousands of years ago.
Play the Blue Bean Counting Game
Take math off the page and into the real world. This simple game gives kindergarten kids hands-on practice with basic addition.
Make Your Own Hula Hoop!
A handmade hula hoop costs about the same as a store-bought hoop, but it's durable enough to last for years.
Make an Alphabet Block Menorah
Make a Menorah while learning your ABC's with this easy craft.
Weave a Colorful Yarn Mosaic
While most common mosaics use stone or glass, this project for preschoolers relies on the more suitable substances of yarn and non-toxic glue. In this activity, encourage your child to practice her scissor skills and help her weave a beautiful and bright yarn mosaic.
Craft Pinecone People
Who knew that nature could get so crafty? Show your kid how to collect and morph pinecones into a whole team of personalized pinecone people.
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