This two-ingredient dough, sometimes called "moon sand," is a quick and cheap way to let kids explore their senses, build fine motor skills, and play.

Use two toilet paper rolls to make a pair of homemade binoculars and let the games begin. Here's how:

These easy-to-make felt friends are created by sewing two pieces of felt together with yarn and make great gifts for holidays such as Easter.

Let your kid try his hand at engineering as he builds and tests two different structures made out of rolled newspaper. Which one is the strongest?

Have your child make a special mobile inspired by the weather outside. Learn about seasons, the environment, and art in 3D.

Make a Star of David ornament with your child this holiday season. This Star of David ornament is a beautiful and inexpensive homemade gift for Hanukkah.

This versatile clay-like material hardens if left out and can be used for building sand castles, forts, and even school projects.

Instead of buying new sunglasses this summer, why not use recycled materials to make some of your own?

Create a mini plant habitat with your kid to help teach him what it takes to make an ecosystem work.

There's more to corn than the sweet yellow kernels. This easy craft project shows you and your kid how to make pretty corn husk flowers using just a few tools.

Horseshoes makes a perfect family activity for a summer afternoon. With a bit of cardboard and handful of pennies, you can create your own set!

Help your child comprehend the past by using hands-on activities like this homemade lantern project.

Teach your kid a lesson about recycling by helping him create a letter holder out of an old cardboard box.

Help your preschooler make an alternative to carrying messy sidewalk chalk in hand: a helpful, handmade sidewalk chalk caddy.

Using aluminum is a great way to recycle and make some shiny ornaments borrowing from this traditional Mexican art form. Here's an easy kids' activity!

Wishing for snow? If the weather refuses to cooperate, take charge and make your own snow in this fun painting activity!

Design a colorful leprechaun trap—and make some memories—with this fun St. Patrick's Day craft project!

Are you looking for an out-of-this world activity that's both fun and educational? This solar system garland is a great way to introduce your child to astronomy.

Invite your kindergartener or first grader to make giant, soft building blocks. He'll have a blast constructing, throwing, stacking, and even falling on them!

Get in the Halloween spirit with these simple, silly bat decorations!

Repurpose those plastic shopping bags hiding in your house into a fun and exciting decoration your child can hang in her room!

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!

Edible holiday gifts are perfect for the foodie in your life. Learn how to make edible holiday gifts with this activity and tutorial.

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

Make your own volleyball net! This beach ball game is a great activity for kids of all ages to develop coordination and teamwork.

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

Here's a wacky activity that kids are sure to love: make a face that has shoelaces for hair!

Here's a quick and easy recipe for homemade play dough that doesn't involve any cooking! This bright and colorful modeling clay makes a great instant toy!

Help your child rocket off for some high-flying fun with a jet pack you make from recycled materials and a few odds and ends.

Your second grader will love this simple soda bottle race car activity. Make a ramp and customize your car for an entertaining way to learn scientific concepts.