Search 1st Grade Reading Holiday Hands-on Activities

Help Mother's Day feel special for weeks and months ahead, while giving your child some good writing practice, too.

Make a Santa-shaped "wish card" holder for your child...and sneak in some solid practice in reading and writing, too!

Here's a hilarious alternative to those sugary conversation hearts...and a way to keep building first grade literacy skills while you're at it!

Sure, you can go out and buy a box of Valentine cards--but for a special message try this simple craft activity to make someone's day.

Salute your "#1 Dad" with this creative pop-up card!

Make these simple homemade New Year's gifts with your child this holiday season to give to friends and family, each with a special message inside.

Invite your first grader to create this "layers of love" keepsake for that special someone! It holds a sweet, personal message for the recipient.

Dads, this activity's for you. Brighten mom's day with a set of kid-designed "mom coupons" that are sure to keep mom happily pampered for weeks.

Save some money on the decorations with this simple birthday banner that your child can make himself!

The alphabet is a big learning milestone for most kids. Help your child learn alphabetical order by making a food list in this fun Thanksgiving activity.

It's always good to have a little help during the holiday. Show your child how to set a table setting and then help him create a placemat map.