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Your child can explore the wonders of science, and the concept of dehydration, along with creating a healthy and tasty treat!

Help your third grader create a Venn diagram fantasy creature by combining two different creatures to create a fantasy creature based on their similarities.

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.

In this fun math activity, second graders will learn to estimate items in a jar! 

People have identification cards, why not pets? Make an ID card for your family pet, a fun activity that also gives your child some writing practice.

Never lose your glasses again after this fun craft project, making a homemade case for your eyeglasses!

Your child will have a unique vacation memento with this glass bottle art project sure to capture great memories!

Forget mass-produced, store bought holiday ornaments. Your fifth grader can usher in the holidays by making his own homemade marbled Christmas balls!

Fish for headlines! This fun and exciting social studies activity is a great way to get your fifth grader reading and understanding newspaper articles.

Big bags hold a lot of candy, but they're hard to tote around. Have your kid construct a candy corn candy holder perfect for carrying a few lightweight treats.

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

Make this spring break a memorable one by creating a "growth" flower with your child, also great for your second grader's writing practice!

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.

Teach your fifth grader about the wonders of wind by making and observing this winter wind chime.

Practice rhythm and rhyme with these step-by-step instructions for a pantoum poem!

Celebrate Veterans Day or Memorial Day by creating some patriotic paper star charms to honor those who have served in the military.

Show your child the solar system and let them explore the stars and space by creating a painting. It's a fun and easy way capture your child's imagination.

Physical touch through tapping and hugging can be a wonderful way to regulate emotions. In this social emotional learning activity, your child will explore the power of tapping or hugging to help them calm down and relieve feelings of stress or anxiety.

In this fun science project your child will get practice following directions and getting messy as they learn all about slime!

Leadership is a word that can hold many meanings. In this activity, your child will define the word "leadership," learn more about a leader they admire, and reflect on their leadership. Finally, your child will reflect on how they too are a leader!

Our breath can be a helpful tool to connect with a sense of peace and calm. In this home activity, your child will practice counting breaths, hear poems about nature and mindfulness, and write their own poem.

Instead of heading to the mall to replace worn-out clothes, hold a crafting session by patching up the rips and tears with some stylishly-shaped patches.

Wake up and create a fun, healthy snowman with your learner! As a family, create a snowman on your plate with yogurt, add some snowman accessories, and design a snowy environment.

How do you tell time without a watch? Use the sun! This simple activity will show your child how to build his own sundial.

Craft this leprechaun hat-covered jar, brimming with St. Patrick's Day charm!

Show your third grader how to string together a pretty, decorative harp.

Let your fifth grader craft a gleaming green shamrock pin for himself or a friend this St. Patrick's Day!

Pumpkin carving party activities are great for a pre-Halloween party. Try pumpkin carving party activities, including jack-o'-lantern ideas and fall recipes.

What's the difference between a microwave and an oven? Use mashed potatoes to explore which kitchen appliance does a better job at keeping food warm.