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.
Experiment with Sudsy Lemon Science
Is it a cleanser? Is it science? Is it magic? Or is it all of the above! Let your second grader discover the answer in this practical, nontoxic kitchen chemistry experiment.
Make Baking Soda Toothpaste
Looking to get away from all the chemicals in store bought toothpaste? There's no need to head out to the health food store: it's easy to make eco-friendly, chemical-free toothpaste at home.
Become a Cereal Scrapbooker
When it comes to scrapbooking, you don't have to splurge. Help your teen preserve senior year memories on the cheap by turning cereal boxes into scrapbook pages.
Play Shape and Seek
When your child is itching for a game, consider ditching Hide and Seek in favor of Shape and Seek. Here's how it works:
Make Jumbo "Cupcake" Crayons
Finally there's a solution for all of those broken crayon stubs! This whimsical activity magically melts all the pieces together to create giant, multi-colored "cupcake" crayons.
Make a Puppet Box Theater
Set the stage for a series of fun-filled puppet shows with your preschooler by transforming an ordinary cardboard box into a one-of-a-kind, box theater!
Watch Acids and Bases Produce Colors!
Show your child how to create a concoction of simple household ingredients that changes color as acids and bases are added! Science has never been this fun!
Create Crystal Ornaments
This activity combines art and science. Kids learn about how molecules join together and make a pretty decoration to hang around the house.
Go on a Self-Portrait Treasure Hunt
Give your child a chance to reflect on her identity and values in this fun photography activity! By creating a self-portrait album, your child will understand more about herself while making something she can be proud of and keep forever.
Play This Paper Construction Game!
Is it a rhino? An orangutan? A half-eaten piece of chocolate? This game gets kids' creative juices flowing.
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