1st - 4th Grade Social Studies Activities : Page 3

In this activity, your child will make her own book of Swahili numbers filled with pictures of animals found throughout Africa.

Have your kid create a chart of job titles. It's a great way to get them to recognize the people whose efforts benefit the community.

Being a kid is hard work. Soothe stresses and calm fears with this DIY Zen garden -- all you need is sand, stones and a shoebox.

This Fourth of July, play a fun history-inspired math and logic puzzle game for your kids to play!

Kids put their geography knowledge to the test in this balloon volley game inspired by the Dr. Seuss book "Oh the Places You'll Go".

This science fair project idea examines whether boys and girls differ in reflexes.

Making a freedom kite is a great way to show appreciation on Memorial Day or July 4th, and enjoy the summer sunshine with family.

Combine music, history and craft by making a Native American instrument of your own

Stories change as you retell them. The objective of this science fair project is to demonstrate how information gets interpreted, distorted and changed.

Here's a simple activity to reinforce your fourth grader's study of her home state and help her make a pretty keepsake.

To celebrate black history month, use this matching quiz to help your kid demonstrate their knowledge of famous African-Americans.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

Make ancient Egypt come alive by showing kids how to make their own mini sarcophagus out of a shoe box.

This writing activity will promote dialogue about racial segregation and its impact on African-Americans throughout history with your child.

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

Step into the fantastic world of colors with a project that explores what shade you -- and your friends -- like best.

This family project is a fun way to teach your child about her heritage and practice her geography.

Free science fair project idea that examines the differences between cats and dogs. Analyze objective qualities rather than subjective ones.

Send your child on an online hunt where he will practice working with search engines and use his reading comprehension skills to find specific information.

Looking for a fun summer adventure? Learn what it was like to be a prospector during the California Gold Rush by panning for gold in a local creek.

Help your child observe Veterans Day by having him create a paper chain American flag; it's a fun and crafty way to show your patriotism.

What better way to remember the achievements of past U.S. Presidents than with a game of memory!

Celebrate African heritage by making an African flag banner. This fun, culturally-inspired art project is perfect for Black History Month.

The Egg in a Basket, a traditional British breakfast component, is a simple snack that kids and parents can cook together!

Children tap into their own imaginative storytelling skills by creating and writing a richly embellished folk tale about their favorite member of the animal kingdom.

Your second grader can honor two renowned U.S. Presidents--Abraham Lincoln and George Washington--by crafting larger-than-life pennies and quarters!

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

In this activity you and your child will learn about the African Americans that changed history in a fun quiz format.

Conduct a mock interview with the President to teach your child about politics, the president and the world she lives in.

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