Games and Activities
Looking for 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 around, or narrow your search by grade and subject area.
First graders will get a kick out of creating a written message and practicing their letters using sticks they find in nature. This also helps to practice their letter formation and handwriting strokes.
Global consciousness can be a hard pill to swallow, so give them a good reason by introducing them to organizations like Heifer International.
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Bake a Chemistry Cake
A lot of science happens when you bake a cake. Here's an experiment that will have your child experimenting with cake ingredients to learn about the chemical reactions that happen when a cake's in the oven.
An Adverb Acting Game
Adverbs are all around us. Here's an adverb acting game that will have your child hungrily, unceasingly, enthusiastically learning!
SAT Boot Camp: A Strong Study Schedule
Want to help your teen ace the SAT? The key is to establish a schedule for studying and then stick to it. Here's a step-by-step guide to getting underway.
Make Your Mom! A Creative Measurement Activity
This Mother's Day, do something construction with your child--make your very own mom recipe!
Make A Father's Day Timeline!
With this activity, your child will get an opportunity to apply skills she's learning in second grade math, and maybe learn something new about Dad in the process.
The ABCs of Analyzing an SAT Essay Prompt
Wondering how to get started? Here are the ABCs (and DEFs) of acing the SAT essay.
Play Triangle Flash!: A Math Game
This is a great game to help your child learn number concepts in multiplication and division.
Find Fractions on the Fly
Fractions, decimals and percents are everywhere, and the more easily your child can identify and compare them, the greater success she will have adding, subtracting, and converting them.
The Number Mountain: A Tool for Rounding
This visual aid can help your child better understand the basic concept of rounding.
Shop Around for Better Math Skills
You can try this simple activity with your child to get him thinking about the real world math you use everyday.
