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.

Craft an Origami Wrapping Paper Ornament

Craft an Origami Wrapping Paper Ornament

This holiday season, put your torn wrapping paper to good use with this charming origami ornament project.

Make Your Own Badminton Set

Make Your Own Badminton Set

Your kid can make his very own badminton set--out of some old pantyhose! He'll delight in his crafty independence, and you'll love saving money.

Can You Picture It?: A Writing Activity

Can You Picture It?: A Writing Activity

Comparing the process of writing to drawing a picture can help kids understand the importance of using detail and description in their story. This activity will help your child "see" how to improve stories.

Make a Cupcake Menorah

Make a Cupcake Menorah

Bake your own Menorah with this fun cupcake idea.

Construct a Kid Size Cardboard Castle

Construct a Kid Size Cardboard Castle

Help your little fort builder move up in the world with this cardboard castle that's just the right size for a young king and his loyal stuffed subjects. He'll have fun, and work his measuring skills, too.

Block 'Em

Block 'Em

This strategy game requires a few playing cards and a simple game board print-out. Your second grader will enjoy analyzing possible plays in order to successfully block his opponent. This activity is an excellent way to practice critical thinking skills and problem solving.

Make an Apple Head Doll

Make an Apple Head Doll

Learn about dehydration with a wonderful craft project that you can do together, and enjoy this unique doll for years to come!

Play Pattern Hopscotch!

Play Pattern Hopscotch!

Creating number patterns with pencil and paper can be dull. But creating patterns with hopscotch? Exciting! Get your child's game on, and give her some math practice in the process.

States of Matter in a Baggie

States of Matter in a Baggie

How does temperature alter the states of matter? Use this experiment to give your second grader a more "solid" understanding!

Duck, Duck, Goose... for Two!

Duck, Duck, Goose... for Two!

This variation of Duck, Duck, Goose is played in pairs, which means a lot more activity for participants!

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