Turn an abstract lesson into a practical craft with the fun and colorful creation of dough earth layers!

Show your kids how to take recycling to new heights by creating a papier maché pencil holder out of old newspaper and wallpaper paste.

Get oodles of noodles this year, not for dinner, but to create this funky ornament for the Christmas tree!

This valentine bag craft makes a chic little pouch that holds cards and treats. Fall in love with this valentine bag craft this February.

Have a little fun playing with food this Thanksgiving, and a silly harvest holiday potato with your child!

This paper mache jack-o'-lantern is a fun craft for kids who are too young to carve a pumpkin. See your paper mache jack-o'-lantern outlast its carved peers.

Create an bouquet of flowers that will last forever using plastic straws and tissue paper!

Spark your child's interest in ancient history by making a round shield like the ones carried by hoplites, Ancient Greek citizen-soldiers.

Help your preschooler practice tying knots and bows by making a chain of chocolate kisses in this sweet Valentine's Day arts and crafts activity.

Looking for interesting craft projects using pipe cleaners? This easy art project will encourage the sculptor in your child.

Want to add some extra pizazz to dress up play? Help your child craft a personalized purse out of an old gift or shopping bag!

This activity encourages self-expression. When your child is finished she will have created a personalized pin to wear or give as a gift!

Teach your kids about colors and patterns while creating a beautiful work of art.

Go green and make a stylish tote bag out of a T-shirt.

These papier-mâché bracelets are simple to make, and the result is truly stunning!

Create a herd of pachyderms to parade across a dresser or tabletop and take the opportunity to teach your kid a little bit about these majestic mammals.

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.

Home made candles make for great home made gifts at Christmas, Mother's Day, birthdays. Great presents for any special occasion!

Your child can now recreate history by building his very own fortified castle.

Craft a durable, three-dimensional Santa boot that looks great as a stocking, gift box, holiday decoration, or table centerpiece.

Let your kid be imaginative (and a little messy) as she builds a striking centerpiece in the tradition of papier-mâché artists of the past.

Here's an arts and crafts activity for your budding artist: make a fitted paper-mache mask. Once it's complete you can use it in a play or hang it as art!

Planning a beach vacation? Here's a cool nature craft you can make in the sand with your child.

Guide your middle schooler through making his own papier-maché witch or wizard puppet. Move over Harry Potter!