Tangrams are a kindergarten staple, but now it's time to take them to the next level! Get your child started on geometry with this tangram puzzle.

Use reusable, recyclable materials--along with a dose of imagination--to build a castle with first grade geometrical forms.

Here's a place mat your second grader can create, based on the classic frontier tradition of patchwork quilting.

Building a rocket ship is a great way for kids to learn about measuring and construction. It'll fuel their creative side too!

This fun shape game is like Twister...with a twist!

Boost shape recognition with this matching game where your child will pair up sticks to create simple shapes.

Does the idea of taking your child to an art museum sound daunting? Create your own museum and give your child some practice with shapes!

Pump up the learning level of your kindergartener's summer break by playing patriotic bingo when July 4th rolls around.

Big bags hold a lot of candy, but they're hard to tote around. Have your kid construct a candy corn candy holder perfect for carrying a few lightweight treats.

Learning to identify and categorize different geometric shapes is a big goal for early learners. And your neighborhood is the perfect place to start!

Thanksgiving placemats are a great craft for your kid, and a beautiful addition to the dinner table. Make Thanksgiving placemats with your kid for the holiday.

When your child is itching for a game, consider ditching Hide and Seek in favor of Shape and Seek. Here's how it works:

Draw your own beautiful mandala with this easy technique that ensures symmetrical results every time!

Here's a hands-on activity you can do with your fourth-grader to practice measurement and directly apply the concept of area.

This is a fun and inexpensive project and it's a great way for your child to build basic geometry skills, like shape recognition and pattern/angle familiarity.

Your kindergartener will learn basic math concepts and create a beautiful keepsake with this African flag reference book.

This copying game is like a hopped up version of Simon Says, but it lets kids use their bodies to practice patterning, a key skill in early math.

Help your preschooler create ice cube bead necklaces to cool off while practicing gross motor skills and sequencing, and discussing states of matter.

Find the area in this fun math card game. You'll help your child start thinking in terms of units as you create shapes out of playing cards.

Help your kindergartener practice his shape recognition and develop his fine motor skills by making a scarecrow at home.

Use Henri Matisse as inspiration for your preschooler or kindergartener to create a unique and funky paper shapes collage in this arts and crafts activity.

Have fun with the kids by "shaping up" your standard chocolate chip cookie recipe, and teach kids about sorting and shapes while you're at it.

You don't need to spend big bucks to buy a pre-boxed version of a matching game at the store. You can make your own easily. Here's how:

Does your fifth grader need a study buddy for geometry? Forget about a tutor. Help him make his own geometry dictionary!

This fun geometry game requires players to use measurement, find perimeter, and draw polygons. It's great for a fourth grade math student!

This activity will help your child build his early math skills by practicing shape recognition.

Make a lei and bring a touch of the tropical lifestyle into your home!

Regale your kindergartener with the beloved story of Rudolph, and then segue into a Christmas craft project in which he makes his own reindeer creation!

Boost your preschooler's math and verbal skills by having her participate in simple, fun activities that teach her how to sort, count, and categorize objects.

Challenge your preschooler to a game of shape match-up--an entertaining way to boost her observational ability.