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 a Seuss Sleep Book with Nonsense Creatures!
Let's get nonsensical! Create your very own Sleep Book filled with menagerie of made-up nonsense creatures and discover how different animals catch some zzz's.
Learn Science and Make Mom a Bouquet
With just a few ordinary household items, you can make a creative bouquet with your kids and have a great time learning about plant biology in the process.
Guess the Amount with Your Own Estimation Jar!
An estimate is not just a random guess; it requires thought and reasoning. What better way to practice estimation than with a game? Help your child fine tune his critical thinking skills in relation to volume and size with this simple activity!
Make Colonial Rose and Honey Butters
Combine art, history and food with this unique project! Your child will make her own beautiful butters, and learn a little about Colonial history at the same time.
Three Legged Compound Word Race
Help your second grader understand compound words by doing this fast, goofy three legged race.
An Equation Card Game
Make equations to remove cards in this strategic single-player game. Use all of the math facts you would like: addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division! Think carefully as you develop a strategy to get rid of all the cards.
Pet Presents: Make Catnip Mice
There's no need to visit expensive pet stores for a new toy for your feline! Simply show your child how to make these catnip mice from the comfort of her very own home.
Make a Pop Bottle Race Car
Most kids would jump at the chance to build their own race car. Get the speed and excitement of racing without the danger or expense by making a pop bottle race car.
Make a DIY Chalkboard
Brighten up any playroom with this snazzy DIY chalkboard! Invite your child to practice her writing, math, and art skills on this decorative piece that she's sure to enjoy!
Learn to Spell with Scrambled Letters
Boggle is a popular game among adults who love a good word puzzle. Here's a homemade version that your second grader can play that will help him learn to spell. Compete together to make it fun for the whole family!
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