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.
Make a Balloon Stick to the Wall Like "Magic"
Almost every adult tried the classic balloon-on-wall trick as a kid, but it never ceases to amaze little kids who see it for the first time. Try it with your kids and watch their eyes light up in wonder.
Have a Leaky Cups Race
Combat boredom with this easy, fun competition. Using only a few cups poked with holes and buckets of water, your child will have a blast--and stay active!
Book Through the Summer
Whatever your child's up to this summer, it's bound to be memorable. To keep those memories alive and encourage writing practice, help him make a summer book over break.
Making Candles from Old Candles
Think there's no use in saving those old candle stubs? Think again! Teach your kids about recycling with this project that transforms candle stubs into a brand new candle.
Tin Can Phone
Even in the era of the cordless and the mobile, there's a lot to be said for the old-fashioned tin-can phone. There's nothing flashy about this model, and you can't send email through the wire - er, string. But it's a fun and dramatic illustration of vibration and sound waves.
Summer Calendar for Kids
Plan ahead for summer, by constructing a calendar with your child. Not only will it teach your kid about the passing of time, but it will build excitement, all summer long!
Play Letter-Sound Hopscotch!
Hopscotch is classic fun for little kids. Here are two variations of letter-sound hopscotch that can build your child's phonics skills and help her jump right into first grade reading.
Make a Pull-Along Canister Train
Your child may have fallen in love with certain brand-name trains, but it's just as much fun to make your own - and a whole lot cheaper. Here's how.
Create a "Words I Know" Book
You know that fast food sign your daughter can recognize at the drop of a hat? Use those words to your advantage, and create a book your kid can read all by herself!
Make Mug Markers
Making these one-of-a-kind mug markers will help kids flex their creativity and gain button-sewing practice.
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