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 Beaded Candy Cane Ornaments
Decorate your Christmas tree with beaded candy canes made by your child. This activity teaches your child an AB pattern which is essential for learning number patterns.
Make Your Own Ant Farm
All you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm for your budding first grade scientist.
Make Your Own Rainstick
Listening is a skill, and this make-your-own-rainstick craft will give your child a lot of practice.
Make Colorful Turntable Art
In the age of CDs and MP3s, you probably think that the old record player in your attic is pretty useless. But think again! Did you know you could use an old record player to create beautiful, funky works of art? Use this creative project that lets your child experiment with color and movement!
Lightning Bug Craft
This easy lightning bug craft uses a recycled bottle and glow stick to make it glow like magic! Kids get to decorate this bug and learn all about their anatomy while making this craft.
Make Gak: Experiment with Polymers
Did you know some substances can be both solid- and liquid-like? In this science activity, you and your child will experiment with an in-between state of matter: polymers! Mix borax with white glue and watch what happens!
Plant a Historical Herb Garden
Here's a way to make history both interesting and relevant: design a garden using plants that were used by people in Colonial times!
Make an Impression with Bubble Wrap
Bubble wrap is fun to pop, but it's also fun to paint with! Paint a pretty seascape using bubble wrap as your brush.
Create Aboriginal Handprint Art
Teach your child about the art of ancient Australia by creating your own handprint art just like Aboriginal artists did thousands of years ago.
Slap It!: An Odds and Evens Card Game
This activity is based on the popular card game, Slapjack. It's rip-roaring fun, and it reinforces the concepts of odd and even, which in turn will help your child succeed in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
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