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Cats
A variety of games here use the famous Dr. Seuss character with his own sense of logic and made-up words. Web Links Cats for KidsHere’s a good basic site that teaches kids all about cats—their history, how to care for … Continue reading
Summertime Fairs
Just like at the fair! Aim the rod with the hook and see if you can catch a duck as it floats around the tank. Web Links Summer Fair on PinterestThis Pinterest Board has lots of ideas for village fairs, … Continue reading
Backyard Games
32 backyard game suggestions with instructions here include Yard Twister (an outside version of Twister), a Giant Jenga game, Nature Scavenger Hunt, Ring Toss and much more. Most require some outlay and set up but all are good ideas for … Continue reading
Get to Know Brazil
“Allow me to introduce myself: I’m Vinicius, the mascot for the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. I’m a mix of all of the different animals found in Brazil. I was born out of the explosion of joy that followed the announcement … Continue reading
Friends Around the World
The Teacher’s Corner website allows you to select by grade level and area of the world. Links can also bring together teachers and home schoolers. Web Links Keypals and PenpalsEducation World highlights websites to help educators and here they have … Continue reading
The Great Newspaper Games
Join Kid Scoop artist Jeff Schinkel and learn to draw in easy steps. Scroll down and you’ll find instructions to draw a pirate, a unicorn, a panda and lots more. Web Links Headline WritingThis journalism activity is all about headline … Continue reading
Silly Summer Games
First you have to find a ketchup packet that will float—but then you can baffle your friends with your magic floating trick. Web Links Rollercoaster RushTake your riders on a gut-wrenching, yowling terror ride! Negotiate huge peaks, steep valleys, loop-the-loops, … Continue reading
Summertime Brain Builders
Sounds like summer! Keep track of the sounds to move the turtle to the finish line. Web Links Summer PaintHere’s a way to make a summer beach scene. While you’re here, look around the site—there are lots of brain-teasing games … Continue reading
Amazing Animal Athletes
Watch how animal athletes compare with their human counterparts in strength, speed and ability. Web Links Largest, Fastest, SmartestSome more unusual choices for animal athletes including the archer fish that can fire a jet of water the equivalent length of … Continue reading
Summer Games
As the eyes of the world turn to Rio de Janeiro this summer, the official website takes a look at how their mascots have evolved. Web Links Olympics in the NewsFind out all the latest news including a countdown to … Continue reading
