If your young reader has trouble remembering the details of a book he just read, or if you just have a disinterested reader, try this activity to jog his memory and keep his interest! Next time your child begins a new book, start a "diary" of important details from the story, like that character's name [...]
06
Oct
Build a Balloon Powered Car
Ask a child to describe science in just one word, and you’ll probably hear “fun!” To young kids, hands-on science activities satisfy natural curiosities and are motivating, almost magical feats. But science isn’t just about experiments that yield magic-like effects. It’s also about using knowledge to solve some of the world’s toughest problems. In today’s [...]
22
Sep
Fossilize Your Footprints
Paleontologists, best known for studying dinosaurs, investigate prehistoric life by digging up and looking at fossils, or remains (like imprints or skeletons) that have turned into rock! With this exciting and surprisingly simple hands-on activity, your child can preserve imprints of his footprints, his toys, and even the family pet. All the while, he'll be [...]
24
Mar
Play Syllable I Spy
At some point in your life, you’ve probably played the game “I Spy.” It’s perfect for boring waits at the grocery store, or long car rides. But with a little tweaking, the game can also help kids practice a key first grade concept…syllables. Here’s how to play: What You Need: * Hat * Paper, ripped [...]
15
Sep
Parts of Speech in Rhyme Form
The Parts of Speech in Rhyme A noun's the name of any thing, As school, or garden, hoop, or swing. Adjectives tell the kind of noun, As great, small, pretty, white, or brown. Instead of nouns, the pronouns stand– Her head, his face, your arm, my hand. Verbs tell of something to be done– [...]
08
Jun
Multiplication Math War
Play this fun card game with your child and before long those annoying multiplication facts will be part of her mathematical skill set. Besides strengthening multiplication skills, this game also provides practice in comparing numbers. What You Need: Deck of cards A kitchen timer What You Do: Shuffle the deck of cards and deal [...]
18
May
Activities – Book Through the Summer
Summer is a wonderful time for kids. Not only do they get a well-deserved break from their busy school schedule, but they get time to reflect, grow, and experience. Whether your child will be attending camp, staying home, or going to visit family or friends, it's bound to be memorable! To keep those [...]
22
Mar
Play Word Bags to Learn Parts of Speech
Parts of speech can be a difficult and dreary concept for many kids, but you can quickly turn that feeling around by creating this fun, easy, learning game your child will enjoy playing! What You Need: Eight brown paper lunch bags A stack of index cards Pen or pencil What You Do: Step 1 [...]
15
Mar
Activities – Embark on a Leprechaun Treasure Hunt!
First graders love magic, especially if it comes on a holiday and even more if it's connected to “treasure.” So it's not surprising that leprechaun lore is a big hit in March, when St. Patrick's Day rolls around. This hunt for leprechaun gold is so much fun, kids [...]
15
Mar
Activities – Make a Monster Green Milkshake
For some good “green” fun, pull out your blender. A spinach milkshake?! You better believe it! And kids will not only slurp it up, they’ll beg for seconds. Check out the recipe below: Yes, it’s bright green, like the mint chocolate chip and pistachio ice creams that kids love so much. This is a great [...]
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