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.
Rock Out with Tic-Tac-Toe
A fun twist on the classic game. Use chalk to create an outdoor tic-tac-toe board, and play using colorfully painted rocks in place of X's and O's.
Play a Word Recognition Game
Once your child can recognize the letters of the alphabet, you may want to start practicing simple word recognition. Here's a fun and easy way to get started!
Craft a Seashell Wind Chime
Make a seashell wind chime for your back porch, and help your child build his motor skills along the way.
Watermelon Paper Plates
Combine snacking and art in this fun summer project! This art project will help your preschooler develop fine motor skills, number sense and shape recognition.
Geography Travel Game
Next time you're headed out on the road with your fourth grader, try this alphabet-geography game that the whole family can play.
Bake Some Words!
Forget handwriting practice at a desk, take it to the kitchen! This writing activity lets kids practice spelling and writing with cookie dough.
Koi Windsock
With this activity, kids make their own windsock in the shape of a koi fish using a 2-liter soda bottle and some bright paint.
Block 'Em
This strategy game requires a few playing cards and a simple game board print-out. Your second grader will enjoy analyzing possible plays in order to successfully block his opponent. This activity is an excellent way to practice critical thinking skills and problem solving.
The Amazing Equation Race
Games are a great way to ease your fifth grader's fear of new math concepts. Here's an interactive, fast-paced game that will make your fifth grader feel more comfortable with simple equations.
Explore Earth Science and Make a "Worm Hotel"
Worms are a vital part of our ecosystem, enriching the nutrients in the soil by constantly digesting and composting as they burrow through the ground. Make this "worm hotel" with your budding scientist to get a special view of what's going on.
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