2nd Grade Activities : Page 28

Patterns are everywhere. This activity allows your child to practice inventing their own patterns while creating a portrait of a pet.

Make cards this May Day celebrating the arrival of springtime.

Learn about nature while creating a nest for baby chicks with this project that is a fun way to explore how to layer shapes and create texture.

Your child will have a blast creating this adorable black cat with a cardboard tube and some pipe cleaners. A perfect craft for Halloween decorating!

Here's a great homemade card idea that supports fine motor skills and creativity in addition to introducing your child to the art of quilling.

In this activity, your child will write and draw about a time when they acted in ways that illustrated responsibility, kindness, or integrity. They will also reflect on what it felt like to have control over their choices and behaviors.

How do organic materials become soil? This science experiment measures what materials biodegrade.

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.

Create cake pops in shaped like eyeballs in this extra sweet, gross-out Halloween baking activity!

Take a page from Art Nouveau master Gustav Klimt and compose a shining collage.

What are your young artistÃs favorite Halloween monsters? In this activity he will pick out his three favorites and create a trio of silly self-portraits.

Make the most out of your next wait at the airport by playing Airport Lounge, a fun and creative game of storytelling and make-believe!

Your child will have loads of fun creating this decorative basket and filling it with a secret gift or goodie before sharing with a friend or family member.

In this activity, your child will hear a story and practice mindful breathing. They will paint a picture that reminds them to bring mindfulness and kindness to their puppy mind.

Help your child's backpack stand out from the crowd by attaching trinkets or decorations that are as one of a kind as she is.

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

Science fair project that demonstrates the effect of detergent pollution on fresh water birds' ability to stay afloat.

Looking for an elegant cookie that won't give you a sugar rush? This traditional Italian biscotti cookie is twice baked, making it twice as good!

In this social emotional learning activity, your child will listen to their favorite song and explore how it makes them feel. Then, together you will craft your own cardboard radio!

Spice up your everyday vase with this fun craft adding colorful layers of beans to a regular vase. The beans add beauty and function, helping prop up flowers.

On a hot afternoon there is nothing better than a cold drink. Instead of making lemonade, your child can have lemon ice cubes ready to munch!

This nutcracker soldier won't crack any nuts, but he will hide candies. Make a nutcracker soldier with your child this Christmas and have a cracking good time.

This colorful cupcake craft is a great party activity. What's more, it can also be a good way to help you keep track of kid's birthdays.

Children will create a "This is Me!" collage that will highlight their many gifts, talents, interests, and leadership skills.

Light up the sky with this lotus lantern, a perfect way to explore Buddha Day.

Paper bag reindeer are perfect for handing out holiday goodies in style. Make a paper bag reindeer with your child this Christmas season.

Jazz up your patio or backyard with hip and quirky planters made from simple Mason jars.

Build your child's vocabulary and get his body moving at the same time with this fun dance map activity!

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

Transform your uncomfortable wooden shoes into charming mini planters!