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Science fair project that demonstrates the effect of detergent pollution on fresh water birds' ability to stay afloat.

Sure, you can go out and buy a box of Valentine cards--but for a special message try this simple craft activity to make someone's day.

This fun science project helps to investigate how much water can a plant take up and release in a certain period of time through the process of transpiration.

When you cut a flower to put into a vase, it'll eventually wilt, even with water and sunshine. But is there another scientific secret to keeping flowers fresh?

Your child can use leaves and grass to create his own outdoor art in celebration of Earth Day...all he needs are is the great outdoors and some creativity!

No need to head to the toy store for her next stuffed animal once she has the skills to create her own!

This tissue paper painting activity has been developed especially with special needs children in mind, but is an enjoyable craft for just about anyone.

Teach your child how to make an all-natural, yellow-brown dye, using just walnut shells and water. This deep dye can be used on textiles, art, and wood.

With a few creases and crimps, you can turn regular old aluminum foil into tin foil art!

Using an empty tennis ball can and a swimming pool, you will determine if it's possible to have a conversation under water.

You don't need a garden to enjoy flowers. This first grade activity let's you make a lovely bouquet for Valentine's Day

This fun activity will have your child creating a Halloween-themed bookmark to use throughout the Halloween season. All they have to do is follow the directions on the legend!

Civil War soldiers didn't take their wives with them to the battlefield, but they took along a piece of home: little sewing kits called "housewives".

Allow your first grader to get his artwork outdoors this summer by letting him create a garden art box for his arts and crafts supplies.

Examine the effect of pressure on carbonation in soda.

A heart hug can brighten up any dreary Valentine's Day. Give a friend a heart hug with this fun holiday craft.

Honor dad's fatherly achievements with a handmade plaque for a job well done!

Put those fall leaves to use with this fun art activity. Kids paint and print leaves, to make a beautiful tablecloth, perfect for your next fall celebration.

Make a mood meter with your child to help them recognize and share their feelings.

Explore history and prepare for backyard battle with this samurai helmet craft.

This paper alternative to tie-dye is faster, easier, and (slightly) less messy, only requiring paper, white crayons, and a little imagination.

Light up the sky with this lotus lantern, a perfect way to explore Buddha Day.

Help your child understand surface tension by showing them how they can create a "skin" on top of water.

Help your fifth grader embrace the roots--literally--of Mother's Day by growing carnations to honor mothers in you family's history.

Do you love to make Jell-O? Find out in this science fair project idea if it is possible to make Jell-O with just warm water.

Give Hallmark a run for its money with these handmade printed cards.

Make a paper jack-o'-lantern treat bucket this Halloween! While crafting, your kid will learn about the process of creating self-standing sculptural objects.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with this second grade shamrock tote bag craft.

This science fair project demonstrates the principles of reflection through simple experiments involving mirrors and light.

Demonstrate how you can make your own compass using a magnetized needle. It also allows you to compare magnetic north and geographic north.