Here's an idea for an edible Father's Day "note" that also happens to give your second grader practice in using a fancy new tool: the thesaurus.

With a few basic art supplies and a little imagination, you can repurpose empty oatmeal containers into a one-of-a-kind Father's Day cookie jar.

Help your kid create a patriotic red, white, and blue flag banner! On each flag have him write a different word that describes our veterans or fallen soldiers.

This activity encourages children to sculpt in free form. The only rule is that they have to build upwards.

Help your child score points with a personalized message of her own. All it takes is a set of handmade letter tiles to create some word wall art.

Winter is a great time to build a friendly snowman! Turn regular modeling clay into a glittery snowy surprise.

Make your own chalkboard to liven up a playroom, and encourage your child to practice writing and math!

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

Take the art making outside: have your first grader make a clay relief sculpture of the natural world. This is a great activity for summer.