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Craft a paper rocket in this hands-on activity inspired by the life of Mae Jemison!

Children research and make a timeline of an inspiring woman in this biography activity.

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

Thanksgiving dinner can be filled with fun and memorable interactions between family members. This holiday, why not memorialize some of those details and events with a family poem? You can create a lasting memory in the form of a poem with contributions f

Children have a naturally inquisitive mind. Foster their curiosity with a walk through an autumn field or park to answer age-old “why” questions. As you walk with your child, you can encourage them to ask questions.

This bookmark is a helpful tool to use during and after reading to remind your child of "good reader" strategies that she can use on her own.

Help your child to create a familiar favorite from a book or series he adores out of papier-mache. Exercise your child's imagination and language arts skills.

Make a story summary folder with your child to help develop reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.

Send your child on a table of contents treasure hunt to help build basic research skills! Navigating a book is a skill that is sure to come in handy later on.

Grandparents are always wondering what to get kids for their birthdays. Try out this idea: a list of 10 little-known facts about Grandma or Grandpa.

Unleash your child's imagination by inviting them to create a tall tale set in their own hometown.

Make a wanted poster of a villain from a favorite book or fairy tale in this fun reading comprehension activity!