In kindergarten, your child spent lots of time counting things one by one. But in first grade, he'll need to be able to count in groups, especially by fives.

First grade math includes lots of work with two-digit numbers. Here's an activity to help kids practice recognizing and sequencing numbers from 1-30.

For most second graders, a good secret code is just about irresistible. Here's one that builds math facts while you're at it!

Looking for a cool game to help your first grader learn her 11s? Look no further than this clever one-person card game.

This unique Santa is made only from circles. Your little one will have a fantastic time puzzling together Santa's face with this circle-centric activity.

One of the most important parts of any Christmas tree is what's on top. This year, have your child make an angel that'll put the finishing touch on your tree!

This measurement activity uses feet to compare objects, but not the ones found on rulers and measuring sticks...the feet on your child's own body!

Make practicing addition facts more fun and teach your child the helpful strategy of adding quickly to 10 in this fun and easy-to-make card game!

Practice addition with your child in a whole new way when you battle to defend your cards in this competitive game. Math has never been so fun!

Okay, identifying place value isn't as fun as eating ice cream, but with a few index cards and a competitive spirit, it can be disguised a game!

Make math fun for your child by turning it into a game and challenging him to beat the calculator with this cool math race!

Ordinary drinking straws are fun for drinking juice and even for spitballs when you're not looking, but also fabulous for learning first grade math.

Transform your kitchen table into a winter wonderland with a cookie and cocoa party that looks freshly dusted with snow.

Help your child "step up" to second grade math fact challenges with a fun addition and subtraction game in your very own kitchen.

This fall, bake some festive caramel apple cupcakes with your second grader and help her build her math skills while you're at it!

Here's a hands-on activity that first grade use to help kids get a feel for equations. It uses popsicle sticks to practice addition and subtraction!

Build this game, and give your kid some hands-on practice ordering numbers. Soon your first grade kid will be Master of the number line!

This project determines whether Styrofoam, paper, or plastic cups are best for preventing ice from melting.

Have your kid practice completing number patterns and then create her own patterns on the wings of a butterfly with this delightfully simple paper project.

Have some fun with your first or second grader, looking for creative ways that 100 cents can make $1.00!

Trying to find sums of groups of multiples is a great way to practice your addition. Be sure to double check your work. If you clear all of the cards, you win!

Invite your second grader to help you measure and mix these fresh, cool concoctions!

Here is an activity that your kids can make for Mother's Day, a garden pot filled with edible "flowers".

Do plants breathe? Not exactly. They do respire though! This activity will help your child with see that plants are producing the oxygen we need to survive.

First graders are learning basic addition and subtraction math facts. Practice in the sandbox with this fun outdoor math activity!

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

Help your child sharpen time skills by creating a special day and charting each part in a detailed schedule.

For your budding first grade scientist, all you need is some simple, natural materials to create an amazing ant farm. Here's how to get started.

Give your smart second grader a rich challenge with this activity that combines graphing practice with money!

Work on measurement by sliding cards along a table with your second grader in this fun game. Use centimeters or inches, add up your totals, and see who's won!