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Dice Game Printable

A quick, easy game to play with kids, family, or friends This Dice Game is a fast roll‑and‑score game that’s perfect for weekends, holidays, camping trips, and summer afternoons. All you need is five dice and our free printable rules

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Snakes Game

Dot Paper Snakes Game PrintableIf you’re looking for a simple, screen‑free activity that kids can play anywhere, Dot‑Paper Snakes is a perfect choice. This easy pencil‑and‑paper game takes only seconds to learn, but it keeps kids thinking, planning, and laughing

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Complete the Sequences

Literally every aspect of what children learn today can benefit from a solid background in pattern recognition. While it is obvious that math, language, music and sports are all heavily based on pattern recognition, there are many other day-to-day activities

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Word Search: (Science) Weather

Word search puzzle on weather topics for first grade level. Feel free to download and print the pdf.

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Find the Difference Printable Worksheet

An early interest in pattern recognition and problem solving is key to helping a child develop a critical love for learning, but because of the unique strengths and weaknesses of each child, some children may excel with one type of

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Children’s Puzzle: Plus Sign Maze

Enjoy this plus-sign shaped maze and please note the second page of the PDF is the solution so remember not to peek!  We have a variety of printable mazes, puzzles and other fun worksheets on our site.  Feel free to

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World’s Hardest Puzzle? World’s Hardest Maze?

Probably not but you better pack a lunch because this one might take you a while!  Enjoy this super-hard maze and note, the second page of the PDF is the solution so try not to peek! Solving mazes is a

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Crossword Puzzle (Chemistry) – The Periodic Table

Can you recognize elements by their chemical symbol? Test your skills with this crossword puzzle. View some of our others here or check out our unique children’s puzzle book, Learning through Puzzles

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Dots & Boxes Game

Bring classic fun to any moment with this printable Dots and Boxes game, a timeless pencil‑and‑paper favorite that kids and adults love. This printable includes a clean, high‑quality grid designed for smooth gameplay and clear scoring. Players take turns connecting

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Introduction to Programming: Control the Robot – 1

STEM learning, or learning and preparation for careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics has become a pervasive trend in today’s educational circles. With STEM occupations growing at a rate far exceeding non-stem occupations it is only logical that we

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Spy Decoder Wheel – Random Symbol Version

This template is the Symbol Version of our Alphabet Decoder Wheel.  There are three decoder wheels in all allowing for the coding and deciphering of secret messages using random alphabet letters, symbols or even your very own code!  See the

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Tic Tac Toe Printable

A simple, screen‑free activity to keep kids entertained on weekends or during long summer daysThis printable tic tac toe game is perfect for road trips, backyard play, rainy afternoons, family gatherings, or quiet moments when you need an engaging activity

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Word Search: (Science) Insects

Download our free word search puzzle – all about insects. Recommended for around first grade level.

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Color by Numbers (cow)

Color by numbers printable PDF. Reveal the picture by coloring the numbered areas with the matching color. Color by numbers pages not only reward the child with better fine motor skills but they are a great introduction to the use

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Spy Decoder Wheel – Random Alphabet Version

How the Decoder Works Once you’ve used the instructions on the PDF Download to assemble your decoder you can either share that decoder with a friend or have them make an identical one.  To use it, simply line up a

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Make Your Own Sequences Activity – Smilie Face Pattern

Completing Sequences is a great way to develop pattern recognition skills in a child, but this activity adds another layer of interactivity for the student. Follow the directions on the page to have the child cut out all of the

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Spy Decoder Wheel – Custom Code Version

This template is the customizable version of our Random Alphabet Decoder Wheel.  There are three decoder wheels in all allowing for the coding and decoding of secret messages using random alphabet letters, symbols or your very own code!  See the

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Crossword Puzzle Research Project – Branches of Science

This is a little bit of a spin from a traditional Crossword Puzzle lesson.   This worksheet can be used as a followup to some study on the branches of science or it can be used as an online research project

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Introduction to Programming: Plot the Robot’s Path – 1

An early introduction to programming can give them the confidence they need and a great head start in STEM and computer related understanding.  This worksheet is part of a series on early programming exposure located here.

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Make Your Own Sequences Activity – Flower Pattern 2

Pattern recognition and sequences play a big role in children’s learning. This particular activity is a little more interactive and allows children to not only decode and complete the missing sequences but participate in their design. The child can cut

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Code Breaker Game

A free printable Code Breaker game for kids that encourages logic, problem‑solving, and color matching. Includes a secret code area, guess rows, clue boxes, and simple instructions for easy play. It’s a fun screen-free activity for weekends, school breaks, and

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Printable Checkers Game

Download this free printable checkers game to create your own board and playing pieces at home. This download includes two printable checkers sets: a black‑and‑white version for easy, ink‑friendly printing, and a traditional set with black and red pieces. Both

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Color by Numbers (pelican)

Color by numbers free printable PDF. Reveal the picture by coloring the numbered areas with the matching color. Color by numbers are a valuable exercise, not only because they are fun, but because they teach children to finish what they

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Count All of the Squares Puzzles

Hidden Shapes Puzzle. Count all of the squares you can find. Download and print this worksheet as many times as you like.

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