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This project, focused on the burial practices of ancient Egyptians, is a great addition to a social studies curriculum.

Inspire young anthropologists with this 5th grade art project: make patterned pottery in the Anasazi style! All you need are a paper plate and markers to start.

Here's a fun activity that will allow your child to express himself by making a flag of his own design, then writing an accompanying story.

Ignite your child's creativity by having them design their own clay version of an alebrije, a traditional fanciful creature like the ones made in Oaxaca, Mexico.

This science fair project teaches kids experimental design and how to test if subjects can really sense if they are being watched.

Liven up your sixth grader's study of world geography with these three fun challenges.

Help your fourth grader design a first class postage stamp for a hero who stood up for the dignity of people from all walks of life.

An ancient form of writing gets new life in an activity designed to help your child read understand what life was like for early Native Americans.

Ancient Greek vases were not only utilitarian, they were also works of art. Jump into ancient cultures by decorating your own vase in classic Greek style.

Retablos are a kind of Latin American folk art that blend personal and spiritual themes. Have your child create her own version of retablo artwork.

Explore African and Asian traditions with this recipe for homemade henna ink!

Learn about the beautiful Indian art of Madhubani painting with this fun and creative project.

Explore geometric shapes and pattern as your child makes her very own Hawaiian kapa cloth.

Your child will create their very own traditional Indian Toran wall hanging using construction paper, yarn and paint.

Help your child to make a beautiful Africa mask to help her reinforce important spatial and compositional skills.

Practice counting to100 independently with this American flag craft project! 

Celebrate Veterans Day with your child by helping them create and send a well-deserving veteran a "thank you" card via the U.S. Veteran's Affairs Department.

Travel to ancient Mesopotamia with your kids by carving your own unique cuneiform cylinder seals.

Your child can make her own Mexican tin art mirror with cardboard, a mirror, and an aluminum pan.

Help your child create her own version of a Moroccan lantern to give her room an Arabian nights feel!

Car cluttered with old maps now that you've adopted GPS technology? Upcycle them in this fun geography craft.

Learn more about the fascinating folk art of Pennsylvania Dutch hex signs with this easy craft.

Encourage a spirit of giving and sharing with this meaningful tzedakah box craft project. 

Explore geometry, patterns, and history by creating pretty decorative Islamic tile art.

Craft a patriotic placemat from red, white, and blue construction paper in this festive craft project!

Create a compass rose from sidewalk chalk in this summer geography project!

Celebrate Black History Month by having your child make her own version of a kente cloth after learning what the different colors on a kente cloth symbolize.

Maracas are most commonly found in music around the world. Introduce your child to percussion and rhythm with this easy-to-make instrument.

Celebrate Ramadan by recreating a scene depicting the inside of a mosque. Your kid will marvel at the beautiful stained glass effect of the finished project.

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.