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.

Ring the Bottle: A Math Carnival Game

Ring the Bottle: A Math Carnival Game

Nothing chases the blues away like a trip to the boardwalk. Bring the fun home with this do-it-yourself version that sneaks in some math practice.

See the Science of Sound

See the Science of Sound

What causes sound? Here's a quick and easy science experiment that helps to add a visual element to the science of sound.

Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel: Make it Out of Clay

Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel: Make it Out of Clay

As the song goes, your child can make his own dreidel out of clay, and modeling clay works best! It dries quickly, is quite tidy, and can easily be decorated with marking pens.

Make Rose Petal Beads

Make Rose Petal Beads

Who knew that you could make beads out of rose petals? Crushing the rose petals releases their sweet essence, and can transform them into beautiful beads!

Go on an Alphabet Photo Shoot

Go on an Alphabet Photo Shoot

Most preschoolers love to pretend. You can use this to your advantage, with an activity that will make them feel all grown up. As your child plays photographer, snapping pictures around the yard, he'll also be practicing recognizing letter sounds, which will help him learn to read.

Yogurt Cheese Recipe

Yogurt Cheese Recipe

Ready for easy cheese making? Cooking is an art and a science, and it's great hands-on learning. Plus it's fun!

Play Animal Exercises

Play Animal Exercises

Preschoolers need to practice hopping, skipping, and other "gross motor" skills to improve their coordination. Why not make it fun by challenging them to move like their favorite animals until the music stops and it's time to freeze.

Play Vocabulary Bingo

Play Vocabulary Bingo

It's an easy twist on the classic game and it will prepare your fifth grader for the vocabulary challenges that lie ahead!

Make Mug Markers

Make Mug Markers

Making these one-of-a-kind mug markers will help kids flex their creativity and gain button-sewing practice.

Paint a Handprint Mermaid

Paint a Handprint Mermaid

This underwater painting is as colorful as it is fun!

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