Help your child develop an attitude of gratitude this Thanksgiving with this writing activity, where he composes his own "Thanksgiving Proclamation," a statement saying he is thankful for the many benefits in his life.

Have your second grader write a pet care manual, so she can be sure that Fido is well cared for while the family is away. This activity will exercise your third grader's writing skills, give her practice in writing non-fiction text, and ease those vacation worries.

Here is a science exploration that you and your child can do with a real chicken egg. Using vinegar, you can make the egg's shell see-through, and observe what's going on inside!

Use a basic tape recorder and some favorite books to help your second grader read smoothly--and make someone's day in the process!

Have you ever looked at that mounting pile of leaves out your window and wondered what you are going to do with all of them? This activity provides a solution, while also giving your child a fun science lesson.

For a great autumn activity, try creating homemade seed packets with your child. It will combine your child's love for science and the outdoors with a little writing and drawing fun.

This project, making a rain stick, is all about the sound of rain and opens the door for discussing different cultures, weather, cycles of growth, renewal, and life.

Here's an activity that takes fourth grade reading and writing skills beyond the classroom to offer a warm welcome to a new neighbor...who may just turn out to become a very good friend as well.

Is it a cleanser? Is it science? Is it magic? Or is it all of the above! Let your second grader discover the answer in this practical, nontoxic kitchen chemistry experiment.

In today's "green" conscious world, we are constantly looking at the science behind our sources of energy. Here's an irresistible--and relevant--investigation that your second grade scientist can undertake!