Second Grade Activities
Browse through our second grade activities, or use the selector below to pick a subject. You'll find many second grade activities to keep your child learning on the fly, all year long. From fun holiday activities to subject specific ones there are many 2nd grade activities to choose from.
Make an "Eco" Snowman
Junk or treasure? In this activity, teach your child how he can transform recyclables into a festive, handmade snowman!
Paint a Winter Window Wonderland
Let the world--or a window--be your canvas by transforming an ordinary household window into a snowy holiday scene.
Make Popsicle Stick Fairies
Want to spark your kid's interest in gardening and the outdoors? Help him make popsicle stick fairies to decorate an enchanting garden oasis.
Make a Math Monster!
Practicing and re-practicing arithmetic flashcards can bore even the most motivated child! Here comes the Math Monster to save the day, sparking your child's interest by challenging him to guess mystery math facts.
Menu Math
Got a stack of take-out menus sitting in a drawer in your kitchen? Pull them out for this game of "restaurant" which will reinforce real-world applications of counting and using money.
Make Coconut Burfi
Diwali, or "The Festival of Lights" is a beloved holiday celebrated in many Asian Pacific countries the world over. Make this delicious Indian treat with your child to celebrate the holiday, or enjoy any time of year as a healthy snack or dessert.
Paper Patchwork Placemats
When you're preparing big holiday meals, it's always wonderful to involve your kids in any way you can. Here's a placemat your second grader can create, based on the classic frontier tradition of quiltmaking.
Make Valentine's Day Love Bugs
Gather up some toilet paper rolls and construction paper, and he'll be on his way to completing an adorable family of love bugs!
Make Animal-Themed Valentines
Use adorable animal photos from books or magazines to make these simple valentines that can be given to classmates or friends.
Create a Cubist Self-Portrait
Teach your child a fun and valuable lesson in art history by helping him to create a cubist self-portrait.
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