Third Grade Construction & Sculpture Activities

Make a kaleidoscope at home to teach your child about the color spectrum and mirror science.

This little chick is so cute that your child will want to make a whole flock to call her own.

Inspire your child to put on her engineer hat for the day, as she builds her very own, double-decker bridge.

The pinwheel is a simple toy that has been around for years and uses the wonders of the wind to spin it and delight kids of all ages!

Your child will have a blast creating this adorable black cat with a cardboard tube and some pipe cleaners. A perfect craft for Halloween decorating!

Make ancient Egypt come alive by showing kids how to make their own mini sarcophagus out of a shoe box.

Grow these wheatgrass and alfalfa friends and watch their hair spring up in just a couple days!

Kids will have a hoot constructing this cute owl craft from a recycled toilet paper roll.

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."

Encourage local wildlife to settle down in your backyard with this adorable bird nest craft.

Make corn husk dolls similar to the ones Pilgrims made in the 17th century. Corn Husk Dolls are fun to make and play with, especially on Thanksgiving.

In the spirit of Seuss and all things creative and silly, celebrate reading and all that it has to offer with this fun and interactive story box.

In this activity, kids learn a little about Japanese culture by making their own windsock in the shape of a koi fish.

Show your third grader how to string together a pretty, decorative harp.

Create clever airplane favors for your child's next birthday party in this fun third grade arts and crafts activity.

Expand on your childâs time-telling skills by helping him learn how an analog clock and a digital clock correspond.

Here's an activity to help your child create her very own time capsule to unearth and open in one, five, or even ten years later!

Got a birdwatcher on your hands? Bring the birds to your backyard by making a zany bird feeder using an orange and some string.

This clay "painting" activity encourages and supports creative development and critical thinking skills.

Celebrate Hanukkah the old-fashioned way with an oil lantern. This craft is a perfect opportunity to teach your child the history of this special holiday.

Show your third grader how to craft his own version of the symbolic Olympic rings using some easy-to-find art supplies!

Teach your child about Chinese New Year by creating a dragon float inspired by the brilliant traditional ones seen in Chinese new year parades.

Build a paper boat that's modeled on the ones used to cross the Nile River in ancient Egypt!

This yarn heart is a rustic Valentine's Day decoration that will bring some heartfelt cheer to your home. Make a yarn heart with your little Valentine.