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.
Play Number Dash!
Play Number Dash with your preschooler to get him excited about numbers and keep him active while he's learning!
Play with Pipes!
This simple project turns hardware store leftovers into an imaginative, interactive toy. Plastic pipes and connectors are durable and endlessly re-workable. Keep some handy for a spontaneous exercise in spatial awareness and manual dexterity anytime!
Make a Thank You Frame
Looking for a great gift to give your child's teacher? Here's a great way for your child to show off her growing writing skills and create a cute picture frame to show her thanks.
Pretend to be a Pirate: Bury a Treasure
Pirates hide their treasure by burying it in the sand of distant island beaches. Help your preschooler "hide" a treasure in an empty water bottle or small soda bottle and make a pirate map to show where the treasure lies!
Exploding Marshmallows!
Does your child ask questions about the magical mystery microwave? Now you can show her how and why it works, while demonstrating just how strangely foods can behave while inside.
Ice Cream Science
What is a liquid? What is a solid? What better way to experiment, then by turning one of your kid's favorite substances, ice cream, into a homemade science lesson!
"Oil Painting" for First Grade Scientists
Oil and water don't mix - but they can make amazing patterns. Check out this activity for the how and why.
Create a Crayon Shape Painting
Once your child learns about shapes, he'll want to make them all the time! All it takes are crayons and watercolors, to create an engaging project that's inspired by shapes.
Make Mug Markers
Making these one-of-a-kind mug markers will help kids flex their creativity and gain button-sewing practice.
Make Tie-Dye Baby Wipes
Give preschoolers the opportunity to work on color recognition and fine motor skills while creating a beautiful tie-dyed piece of art!
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