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.

Reverse Glass Painting

Reverse Glass Painting

Get the beauty of stained glass without too much fuss! Enable your child to improve his critical thinking skills and understanding of art concepts while creating this reverse glass painting.

Stay Active With Fitness Tic-Tac-Toe

Stay Active With Fitness Tic-Tac-Toe

This twist on the classic pencil and paper game offers your child a chance to get some fresh air and exercise. Encourage your child to stay active and help her establish healthy habits that will follow her into adulthood.

Create a Faux Stained Glass Vase

Create a Faux Stained Glass Vase

Your second grader is sure to "wow" anyone with this beautiful, handmade work of art as he recreates a stained glass effect with simple craft supplies and builds his fine motor skills with this fun project!

No-Bake Clay

No-Bake Clay

This clay can be rolled, kneaded, and shaped into whatever sculpture strikes your kid's fancy, and it doesn't need to go into the oven. Brew up a batch, shape it, and dry overnight. By morning, it's ready for painting!

Play an ABC Balloon Game

Play an ABC Balloon Game

Looking for a fun and active way to celebrate Read Across America Day? Try this crazy balloon game inspired by "The Cat in the Hat Comes Back" by Dr. Seuss!

Make Claydoh Beads

Make Claydoh Beads

Your preschooler will love the hands-on fun of making and shaping homemade clay. When she's done, she'll have a beautiful hand-painted necklace.

Fingerpaint Christmas Cards

Fingerpaint Christmas Cards

These homemade thumbprint cards are as personalized as it gets, and your child will love using his prints to make holiday magic!

Build a Zucchini Racer

Build a Zucchini Racer

When your garden is overrun by zucchini and your family rebels at the prospect of eating yet another loaf of zucchini bread, turn your bumper crop into a fleet of funky veggie-mobiles.

Create an Egg Carton School Bus

Create an Egg Carton School Bus

Instead of buying your child another toy, challenge her to make one of her own! This school bus is easy to make, and all you need are some common household items.

Shake, Rattle, & Roll with Marble Art

Shake, Rattle, & Roll with Marble Art

Looking for a colorful painting project to do with your preschooler? Try Marble Art, an exciting art activity that uses marbles instead of paint brushes. The results are always unique, and it will let your child practice her prediction and observation skills!

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