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.
Gluep: Solid or Liquid?
First graders enjoy studying solids and liquids because it gives them a chance to get their hands dirty. But sometimes it can get a little predictable. Shake things up with this activity and make Gluep, a goopy substance that behaves like both a solid and a liquid!
Play Beep!: A Context Game
This simple game isn't just a diversion, it teaches your child to identify the incorrect word within a familiar verse. This provides important practice in how to contextualize what they are hearing, which is a great step towards reading and writing.
Learn Shapes with a Santa Collage
Disguise a lesson focused on learning important shapes as a special holiday art project, and she won't even realize she's learning!
Design a Tied-Up Tutu
If your little girl dreams of being a ballerina, this tutu is just the thing. Don't worry if you aren't good with a needle--making this no-sew tutu is as easy as tying your shoe!
Build a Castle...and Explore First Grade Geometry!
Use reusable, recyclable materials - along with a dose of imagination - to explore architecture and build a castle with first grade geometrical forms.
3D Tic-Tac-Toe Toss
Here's a 3D rendition of the classic game of Tic-Tac-Toe that involves tossing and aiming bean bags to mark each player's square of choice. This entertaining game will improve your child's coordination and strategic thinking.
Sew an Herbal Dream Pillow
By using a tapestry needle, double-sided tape and a stitch guide, this activity helps make sewing more accessible to a beginner.
Map Your Food
Help your kids map the "global footprint" of your family's grocery cart by investigating how far your food travels before landing on your dinner table.
Make Like a Bird and Nest
Ask your child how he thinks a bird makes its nest. Then tell him you are going to be like birds today and make your own nests out of natural materials like grass and leaves!
Make Clay Idioms a "Piece of Cake"!
Idioms, words or phrases that have figurative meanings different from their literal ones, can be found everywhere from the books we read to our everyday conversations. Idioms are also inspiration for this fun, hands-on activity!
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