Ask your fourth grader to jazz up the family kitchen by creating this adorable clothespin giraffe to sit on the counter and hold recipe cards.

Make your own picture frame! Show your fourth grader how to construct the an adorable, decorative picture frame for her favorite photo.

Want to reuse materials that would otherwise get tossed in the trash? Show your third grader how to get crafty with old newspaper and fabric.

Reuse old Christmas cards by showing your fourth grader how to weave strips of them together to create new and unique woven holiday cards!

Is it a bird? Is it Superman? No, it's your third grader's homemade miniature plane zooming across the room on a zip line.

Create a one-of-a-kind lunchbox with your second grader using recycled materials and some down home ingenuity!

Your fourth grader will hone his fine motor skills and learn to follow directions as he creates this recycled angel tree topper out of an ordinary soda bottle!

Even your first grader can get involved in the lighting of the Kwanzaa Kinara with this clever flameless Kinara project!

Your first grader will love showcasing his favorite pieces of art with his very own personalized magnets created from old bottle caps!

The 100th day of school is an important benchmark for kids in the lower elementary grades. Help your kid create a 100 days of school shirt to celebrate!

Delight your second grader (and his best friend!) by showing him how to make a friendship collage jar project for someone special this holiday season.

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!

Your first grader will enjoy creating his own leprechaun from a recycled toilet paper tube.

Try this creative art project with your second grader to help him build up his fine motor skills and artistic awareness as he makes a faux stained glass vase.

2nd graders with some weaving experience can turn a gallon milk jug and plastic grocery bags into a functional basket.

Help your first grader get started making this watering can that's filled with homemade flowers. It will brighten up any window sill ... and it's eco-friendly!

These DIY coasters are an easy-peasy, activity for small hands to manage, and a good way to get ready for summer, when cold drinks abound.

Using an empty plastic bottle, your child can create a newfangled version of this African percussion instrument.

Have your kid create DIY abstract art Easter decorations worthy of a spot at the Smithsonian!

Construct some glittery ring bling with this ring bracelet craft.

Instead of tossing old school supplies, turn them into a work of art and teach your kids how to find new uses for old things.

This DIY menorah will make a beautiful addition to your Hanukkah celebrations. Make a DIY menorah with your child this winter.

Organize your child's art supplies with this fun and colorful tray!

Breathe new life into a battered old paperback with this creative book art craft that revolves around reading!

Instead of heading to the craft store, take a step back in time and restock your art supply with this easy recipe for homemade ink.

This pet blanket is a perfect sewing project for your little gifter with a furry friend. Make a pet blanket with your child this holiday season.

Who says you have to buy your toys at the toy store? In this activity, you can plan and build a pretend play city entirely out of recycled materials.

Give your local birds a treat — and your young birdwatcher some fun — with this simple DIY bird feeder.

Prepare for school the washi tape way with some washi tape school supplies!

Mix fun with basic math in this fun homemade game of ring toss! Make rings out of paper plates and you're ready to play anytime, anywhere!