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.

Pass It On: A Kindergarten Dice Game

Pass It On: A Kindergarten Dice Game

Roll the dice and play this fun number game! It's a great way to practice number recognition and the skill of following specific instructions. This simple game of chance is a great way to prepare a kindergartner for more advanced games.

Create an Easy-Store Puppet Stage

Create an Easy-Store Puppet Stage

Construct an easy-to-make and even easier-to-store puppet stage. All you need is a curtain rod, an old sheet, and fabric pens, and you'll soon have the perfect set-up for your young thespian!

Recycle Paper Bags into Christmas Stockings

Recycle Paper Bags into Christmas Stockings

Not sure what to do with odd bits of wrapping paper left over from wrapping presents? Use them to embellish paper bag stockings to decorate your home.

Craft a Stuffed Letter "B" Bear

Craft a Stuffed Letter "B" Bear

It's a fact: kids love bears. Capitalize on your preschooler's love of these cuddly creatures by making a stuffed bear that will introduce him to the letter "B".

Make a Cupcake Menorah

Make a Cupcake Menorah

Bake your own Menorah with this fun cupcake idea.

Shrinky Dink Science

Shrinky Dink Science

Bring back the groovy memories and create new ones for your middle schooler by making shrinky dinks using household materials, while learning about the science of plastics and polymers.

Make Paper Snowflakes

Make Paper Snowflakes

Snowflakes offer endless delight for curious little kids. If you live in Maine or Wyoming, your first grader can step outside in December to collect the real thing; but if you live in warmer climes, no worries! You can make your own.

Make a Pharaoh's Headdress

Make a Pharaoh's Headdress

Your child will rule his kingdom in style with this regal Pharaoh's head cloth, called a "nemes."

Number Maker: A Card Game to Practice Place Value

Number Maker: A Card Game to Practice Place Value

Here's a super fun game to get in some place value practice! All you need is a deck of cards, paper, and a pencil.

Korean Paper Fans

Korean Paper Fans

Make your own Korean paper fan and learn about traditional fan dances! This activity is a great way to help your child explore different cultures while she builds her fine motor and arts and crafts skills.

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