6-8 years

Turn early reading practice into a game your kids will beg to play! This simple twist on the great Go Fish card game uses beginning reader sight words to build fluency, boost word recognition, and make learning fun. Whether you’re …

Make math part of the summer fun—without kids even noticing! Everyday activities like cooking, shopping, building, and exploring are full of simple ways to sneak in counting, measuring, estimating, and problem-solving. Keep math skills sharp all summer long while your …

Make Easter extra special with a fun and educational Easter Egg pattern matching activity perfect for three-year-olds! Older kids can color and decorate the eggs, then the younger kiddos can match patterns, shapes, or colors for hours of engaging play. …

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Learning about money is a foundational math skill and incorporating poems and songs can make it both engaging and memorable. Counting pennies, nickels, dimes, and quarters teaches kids number sense and money math, while recognizing patterns in 1’s, 5’s, and …

Easter isn’t just about egg hunts and candy—it’s also a great opportunity to encourage your child’s love of reading! A carefully chosen book can make a wonderful addition to their basket, providing stories that inspire, entertain, and teach valuable lessons. …

April Fools’ Day is the perfect time to serve up some surprising treats! These food pranks may look like one thing but taste like something totally unexpected. From fake eggs and bacon to candy sushi, these playful tricks will leave …

April Fools’ Day offers an opportunity for parents to share laughter and create lasting memories with their children. Engaging in playful pranks not only brings joy but also strengthens family bonds. Here are seven creative prank ideas that will delight …

Bring some extra giggles to your kiddo’s day with St. Patrick’s Day joke lunchbox notes! These free printable notes are full of lighthearted jokes and riddles about leprechauns, shamrocks, and pots of gold, making lunchtime both entertaining and festive. Perfect …

Have fun creating magical faux mini stained glass Valentine hearts with your kiddos—perfect for brightening any window! This fun craft combines colorful designs, heart shapes, and creativity to celebrate Valentine’s Day. Explore easy techniques using tissue paper, clear contact paper, …

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Boost fun and learning with riddles and brain teasers for elementary kids! These playful puzzles encourage critical thinking, creativity, and laughter, making them perfect for classrooms, family gatherings, or any time kids need a brain-boosting challenge. Riddles inspire curiosity and …

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No matter whether you homeschool or have your kids in public or private school, when classes resume schedules get crazy! Anxiety, frustrations and exhaustion make life… challenging. Slowing down for bedtime stories is more important for you and your children …

Get ready to add some festive fun to your holiday celebrations with this New Year’s Eve Bingo Bonanza game! Perfect for classroom parties, family gatherings, or just a fun at-home activity, this game is easy to set up and sure …

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Looking for a simple way to celebrate gratitude this Thanksgiving? This easy Thanksgiving Thankful Door activity is perfect for the whole family! Help your kids reflect on what they’re thankful for and make gratitude a daily habit with this fun, …

Looking for a way to give your kids an appreciation for how our ancestors did things before there were grocery stores full of fast and packaged foods? Making homemade butter is a great way to combine science and history that …

Looking for fun and creative Thanksgiving printables to keep your kids entertained? These Thanksgiving activities will engage and entertain your kids while giving them some much-needed downtime (and maybe you a little peace and quiet!). From conversation starters to fun …

Keep your kids entertained and learning this holiday season with two free printable Thanksgiving Word Searches! Perfect for cozy afternoons, Thanksgiving break, or while waiting for the big feast, these word search puzzles are a fun way to engage kids …