3rd Grade Arts and Crafts Activities
In third grade, learning gets kicked up a notch, and more complex concepts will land squarely on your child's plate. Want to help, but aren't sure how? From fun activities to learn about place value, to outdoor games that teach parts of speech, we've got the goods to keep your child on track all year long.
The Science of Sun: Transference
This science-inspired activity encourages your child to get outdoors and explore the possibilities of the sun. You and your child will create unique photograph-style prints and learn how the sun's light can transfer images from objects to paper.
More Than Cookies: 8 Easy Cookie-Cutter Crafts
Cookie cutters aren't just for gingerbread men anymore. You can use cookie cutters to make anything, from necklaces to fun food shapes to festive greeting cards. Here are 8 easy and creative ways to make use of your shapely cookie cutters!
Craft A Home-Made Kaleidoscope
Here's an arts and crafts activity that'll teach your child about the color spectrum and mirror science with this beautiful kaleidoscope made of household items!
Create a Reused School Supply Collage!
Instead of tossing old school supplies, try turning them into a work of art! This collage activity will encourage your child to reuse his old materials.
Make Spider Web Art!
Explore the fascinating, webby world of spiders by collecting webs from around your house and taking a closer look!
Host a Clothesline Art Show
Showcase your child's art by throwing a fantastic backyard art show with just some clothesline and clothespins.
Design and Create Your Own Family "Money"
With this fun craft activity, your child can design and "make" his own money, for use as currency and math practice at home.
Create a Fourth of July "Keith Haring" Tablemat
This project takes its inspiration from the modern artist Keith Haring. His work is a celebration of freedom, right in line with the Fourth of July. Help your fifth grader design a colorful and exciting Fourth of July tablemat that you can use over and over again!
Make a "Green" Picnic Pouch
Make reusable picnic pouches with your child this summer for each member of the family. This activity is the prefect way to celebrate the Fourth of July with a "green" twist!
Make a Folded Paper Star Garland
Planning a festive Fourth of July? Here's a lovely way to get your child involved, while building on those important math skills as she flexes those artistic muscles!
