First Grade Arts and Crafts Activities
First grade is a year of firsts: your child's first full day of school, the first time she'll write a small story herself, and the first time she'll read a complete book cover to cover. We've got dozens of wacky reading and math activities, cool science experiments, and indoor and outdoor games to keep the learning fun.
Three Sublime Salads for Mother's Day
As Mother's Day approaches and spring comes into full bloom, now is a great time to celebrate with fresh, healthy salads. Here are three that you and your child can mix up together.
Make Oatmeal Container Maracas
It's easy to reuse oatmeal containers--they make great maracas, and can turn a boring afternoon into a recycled crafts bonanza.
Make Haroset for Passover
Haroset is a great way to remember and celebrate Jewish culture and history, and it also makes a healthy and tasty snack for kids.
Make Felt Puppets for Passover
Finger puppets encourage creative play and communication and give you a great opportunity to share the Passover story with your kids in a way that wonât bore them to tears.
Make Matzoh Brei
Matzoh brei is a fun-to-eat Jewish breakfast. It's a lot like traditional French toast, only it's made with matzoh instead of bread.
Whole Wheat Bunny Biscuits
Celebrate Easter brunch with these flaky, delicious, and--yes--healthy whole wheat "bunny biscuits."
"Bunny Basket" Carrot Salad
Ask your typical kid about Easter and probably the last thing you'll hear is a wish for more vegetables. But at brunch this year, we think this seasonal carrot salad may just hop onto your family's list of healthy favorites.
Make a Healthy Fruit Bouquet
Make a healthy fruit bouquet that can grace either an Easter brunch or Seder dinner table with beauty and deliciousness!
Make an Easter Eggshell Mosaic
What's there to do after the Easter bunny has hopped home, and all the eggs have been found? Use those beautiful eggs to help your child create a memorable Easter mosaic.
Make a Basket for Moses
This easy craft project boosts counting and fine motor skills, and will help kids learn about Jewish culture.
