Activity
African safari
Play traditional games and hear stories from Africa to increase geographic literacy.
Social Studies
Dear Mr. President
Encourage your child to write a letter to our nation's leader in honor of President's Day. It's a thoughtful activity that combines both writing and civics learning.
Social Studies
Article2nd grade skills checklist: social studies
Success in second grade requires a child to be a much more independent learner than she was in first grade. Is your child ready?
Social Studies
Celebrate Black History Month
During the month of February, the nation pauses to reflect on the experiences and influences of its African-American citizens.
Social Studies
Printable
Neighborhood passport
Use this printable child's "passport" to write and draw about the places you visit in your neighborhood.
Social Studies
Things that go
Kids chart modes of transportation on this printable. Learning about transportation is part of early social studies education, helping kids think about the phyisical and human environment.
Social Studies
Black History Month people to know: George Washington Carver
Introduce your child to George Washington Carver, a famous African-American scientist.
Social Studies
Presidents' Day portraits
Help your child become familiar with two important U.S. presidents.
Social Studies
Global eats! Mandazi
Kids from all over the world love sweets. Cook up this African traditional recipe with your kids to give them a taste of another culture.
Social Studies
Global eats! Laddoo
Kids from all over the world love sweets. Cook up this traditional Indian recipe with your kids to give them a taste of another culture.
Social Studies
Global eats! Mochi
Kids from all over the world love sweets. Cook up this traditional Japanese recipe with your kids to give them a taste of anther culture.
Social Studies
TipFollow the money
Encourage budgeting by helping your child see where his money goes.
Mathematics