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.
Craft Your Own Abacus!
Countries around the world have been using the abacus throughout history to make arithmetic easier to calculate. Here's an activity that has your child making an abacus, a tool that can make learning arithmetic highly visual and tactile!
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!
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.
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.
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!
Fourth of July Origami Whirligig
This Fourth of July, invite your child to create a lovely windmill that contains special wishes to celebrate the holiday. These whirligigs make great party favors!
All American Apple-Strawberry Pie
This Fourth of July, make an American classic with a twist and seize the opportunity to cook with your child and build those math and social studies skills. This recipe is simple and delicious and the perfect summer treat on a lazy afternoon.
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!
