Teaching your child some basic words in Spanish is a breeze at home, with this simple and fun activity that doesn't require special educational materials.

You've probably played the game "I Spy." It's perfect for long car rides. But with a little tweaking, the game can also help kids practice syllables.

Next time your child says he's bored, suggest a game of Toe Fencing! It's a silly and physical game that can be played anywhere, any time.

You and your fourth grader can pay homage to the 2010 Winter Olympics held in Vancouver, Canada, by baking up a batch of maple leaf pancakes!

Teach your child about Chinese New Year by creating a dragon float inspired by the brilliant traditional ones seen in Chinese new year parades.

In this activity, your child will reference Matisse and also learn about patterns.

Fire up the grill, break out the raffia and get crafty with flowers--it's time to learn how to throw your own luau!

Marshmallows are made of sugar, water, and air pockets. Since the marshmallow is flexible, will air pressure cause it to expand when heated in a microwave?

Kids get to play mad scientist in this wacky drawing game that's a great way to help kids to mellow out after the high-energy antics of recess.

Analyze this simple betting game with your fourth grade student in order to discuss probability.

This activity will further your child's ability to interpret graphs and apply math skills in a real-world situation.

Have your child create a little leprechaun to celebrate the season and create a little mischief.

Being present is essential for learning, so help your child become more aware of their body and surroundings through an activity called "mindful walking."

Creating a book is one thing, but creating a codex is a whole different ball game.

Here's a thought-provoking activity to make new vocabulary words "stick" in the mind of your young learner.

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

Make environmentally friendly, chemical-free toothpaste using one of the most common, inexpensive pantry staples in the American kitchen: baking soda.

Observe how your brain works while it is focused on one thing, and how it works while you are distracted by another thing.

Delicious nachos are easy and fun to make any day of the week. Here's how to master this easy nacho recipe.

This science fair project idea teaches that time always passes at the same rate and nothing we do in our daily life âreallyâ affects how fast it moves.

Make this fluffy, fun feather pin as a unique fashion statement or a trendy gift for a lucky recipient.

Making these fabulous cupcake liner flowers is a great way to introduce your child to relief artwork and patterns.

Here's a fun arts and crafts activity that has you and your child creating a book with a secret hollow!

Return to school in style! Dress up your pencil holders with this delightful and always seasonally appropriate arts and craft project.

Teach your child about the importance and meaning behind bowing in Asian cultures and help her expand her cultural horizons with this fun activity.

Get into the back-to-school spirit with this clip magnet that'll make sure your first grader never loses his important school papers again!

Here's a pressed leaf card project that puts science and writing together for your second grader.

Start by writing an acrostic poem, but then get ready for a writing challenge that makes an acrostic trickier to write.

Children will learn why and how to compost as they help with the process of filling their compost, turning it, and observing the changes that occur.

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!