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            <title>Create a Polar Bear Habitat!</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/Polar_Bear_Habitat/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//themes/sky/i/activity/activity.topic.artsandcrafts.jpg" /><p>Inspire your child to learn about an amazing animal as she creates her very own polar bear habitat.  And who knows?  The interest you nurture may someday result in your child becoming part of the solution to help protect these great animals!</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 01 Jul 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Host a Clothesline Art Show</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/host-clothesline-art-show/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//files/70201_70300/70228/file_70228.jpg" /><p>Showcase your child's art by throwing a fantastic backyard art show with just some clothesline and clothespins.</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Make a Recycled Candle!</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/recycledcrafts_first/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//themes/sky/i/activity/activity.topic.artsandcrafts.jpg" /><p>Think there's no use in saving those old candle stubs? Think again! Do this project with your child to teach her about recycling. It makes a great Earth Day activity but can be used any time of the year!</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Create a Garden Art Box</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/garden-art-box/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//themes/sky/i/activity/activity.topic.artsandcrafts.jpg" /><p>Drawing outside and getting inspiration from nature is fun to do, especially in warm, summer weather. In this activity, allow your first grader to draw almost anywhere by letting him create his own garden art box. </p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Create an Origami Puppet</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/origami_puppet_retelling/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//themes/sky/i/activity/activity.topic.reading.jpg" /><p>Here's a fun and tactile way to help your first grader build up crucial reading skills--create this adorable origami puppet!</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Foil Embossing: &quot;Popping&quot; off the Page</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/foil-embossing/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//themes/sky/i/activity/activity.topic.artsandcrafts.jpg" /><p>Create interesting art that "pops" off the page! Foil embossing uses simple materials and tools to inspire your child to create an intricate and illuminating design filled with patterns, shapes, and pictures.</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Make Your Own Reading Tour Pointer</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/Read_Around_the_House_first/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//files/53001_53100/53047/file_53047.jpg" /><p>Help your first grader practice his sight words by creating a reading pointer and having him take the family on a house-wide reading tour!
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            <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Create Changing Leaves Scratch Art</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/changing_leaves_scratch_art_first/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//files/69701_69800/69776/file_69776.jpg" /><p>Study science with your first grader in this arts and crafts activity that models the reason why fall leaves change color with some paint and crayons.</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Make a DIY Chalkboard</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/Chalkboard/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//files/66501_66600/66542/file_66542.jpg" /><p>Brighten up any playroom with this snazzy DIY chalkboard! Invite your child to practice her writing, math, and art skills on this decorative piece that she's sure to enjoy!</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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            <title>Make A Personalized Art Treasure Box</title>
            <link>http://www.education.com/activity/article/Make_personalized_art_box/</link>
            <description><![CDATA[<img style="float:left; padding:10px;" src = "http://www.education.com//themes/sky/i/activity/activity.topic.artsandcrafts.jpg" /><p>Having a hard time finding your child's art supplies? Keep all her art supplies organized and in one place by helping her create her own themed, collaged art box.</p>]]></description>
            <pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2009 04:00:00 -0700</pubDate>
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