In this hands-on design challenge your child will make their very own Rube Goldberg Machine.

The next time you're trapped indoors on a dreary day, try this take on dodgeball. All you need are a group of kids, an open area and a soft, spongy ball.

Learn about this simple machine and make a pulley of your own to use for fun science trials.

This fun calculator exercise will take the mystery away from the machine, and familiarize your child with the functions of a calculator.

In this science fair project, apply the principles of leverage and force by building six simple machines designed to set weights in motion.

Help your third grader practice his writing skills and learn to operate household appliances like the washing machine or DVR with this Family How-to guide!

Give your budding young observers a chance to discover simple machines at use in their own home.

In this windmill model science project, you will build a windmill to learn about wheel-and-axle machines and how these simple machines are used to do work.

Did you know your body is full of simple machines? This project looks at one of the third-class levers in the human body: your arm!

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 wants to take a boring paper bag to school -- just to throw away as soon as the bell rings -- when you can create a reusable lunch bag out of fleece?

How would you dry your wet clothes if your dryer didn't work? Find out with this fun experiment!

If your child is hungry to work on his sewing skills, put together a plate of this felt play food ravioli.

Help your child create her very own invention just like Leonardo da Vinci as she develops her critical thinking skills and lets her imagination soar!

In this activity, your child gets to peek behind the curtain of puzzle making as they create their very own "Spot the Differences" game!

Recycle your child's beloved old t-shirt by sewing it into a pillow! The results of activity are unique, decorative, creative, and never wasteful.

Make over an old shirt that's destined for the thrift shop with this heart cut-out craft for Valentine's Day.

This science experiment examines the role of fat in food, especially in making bread rise and whipping cream.

Here's how to make a princess dress out of a long skirt in a fabric she likes.

Transform a brown paper grocery bag into a hat in this arts and crafts activity!

Make this cool iPod or cell phone case for Dad out of one of his little-used ties.

each some early sewing skills with this cute felt egg project that can be reused as a silly gift, a toy for younger siblings, or a doll accessory.

Get your child excited about measuring with this fun and easy household measurements activity.

Set your young chemist up for an afternoon of science-fueled magic with a deceptively simple activity starring baking soda and vinegar!

Add these fun chocolate Groundhog Day cupcakes to your holiday desert recipe repertoire! They're fun to make with your kids and a delicious winter snack.

Using only straight-line sewing, your fourth can create a nifty felt pencil case perfect for his busy life.

Create a silhouetted Halloween candle holder with this upcycled activity!

Use this simple and versatile sauce in pasta, sandwiches, or atop baked chicken.

How do people move pianos and heavy furniture into tall buildings? Show your kids some pulley potential with this simple household exercise!

An easy afternoon craft, this reusable heating compress is just the thing for warming cold limbs on chilly winter days.