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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.

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Love to Pretend? Play Me TV!

Love to Pretend? Play Me TV!

Sick of hearing, "Mooo-oom! Can I watch TV?" The next time this common cry fills your living room, how about suggesting your child create a memorable program of his own?

Make Your Own Ice Cream!

Make Your Own Ice Cream!

Store-bought ice cream is good, but trust us - homemade is better. Here's a recipe that's both easy and delicious. And kids can help!

Fresh Fruit Crisp

Fresh Fruit Crisp

The combination of sweet, soft, juicy fruit with a crunchy, buttery brown sugar topping is irresistible, but they're easy to toss together when the garden and farmer's market overflow with ripe fruit.

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What's a Zipper? A Writing Game

A great way to teach children the power of a good explanation.

Make a Family Tree!

Make a Family Tree!

Teach your child about his heritage with this fun project.

So Silly!: Make Your Own Putty

So Silly!: Make Your Own Putty

Your putty should bounce and transfer pictures just like the store-bought stuff. Add food coloring or even a few sprinkles of glitter for your own take on the gooey original!

Play This Paper Construction Game!

Play This Paper Construction Game!

Is it a rhino? An orangutan? A half-eaten piece of chocolate? This game gets kids' creative juices flowing.

Play Alphabet Match-up!

Play Alphabet Match-up!

Research shows that children who know the names and sounds of letters when they enter school, learn to read sooner. You can help!

Chocolate Covered Pretzels that Kids Can Make!

Chocolate Covered Pretzels that Kids Can Make!

Before you drag your kids off to the mall to buy yet another useless gadget for Uncle Bill or chotchky for a favorite teacher, ask yourself what you want your kids to remember about gift giving.

Homemade Fingerpaint

Homemade Fingerpaint

You don't need to shell out big bucks to keep kids in fingerpaint. With this recipe, you can stew up your child's favorite colors, right in your own kitchen.