Use a basic tape recorder and some favorite books to help your first grader read smoothly--and make someone's day in the process!

What is surface tension? Kids will discover how water-skating insects use surface tension to keep from sinking by making a model water walker.

Time is an abstract concept that's difficult to grasp. But waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven on Thanksgiving is a concretely yummy experience.

Kids will build a turtle habitat in order to observe the climate preferences of this cold-blooded reptile.

April is National Pecan Month! Your child can make a tasty treat and learn more about pecans, which are native to the southern United States!

The special people in your life deserve a special card! Have your kid make a 3-D flower card that will let a loved ones know how much he appreciates them.

Take your child's knowledge of shapes out of the classroom and into the real world!

Halloween bingo is a fun Halloween word and symbol activity for ghosts and ghouls of all ages. Play Halloween bingo this October to get into the spooky spirit.

Celebrate Earth Day by making a poster that encourages people not to litter.

Here's an arts and crafts activity that has your first-grader or second-grader using crayons and black paint to create a beautiful wax-resist nightscape.

Set off an a science adventure as you prepare a row of bee homes for your new visitors.

Bake these delicious Crisco Cookies with your child this holiday season to give as gifts to friends and family.

Learn to solve a crime scene investigation using an important forensics tool: oblique lighting.

Indulge in an American classic with a twist and seize the opportunity to cook with your child, helping her build those math and social studies skills.

This project uses science and art to help students learn and teach others about Earth's endangered and extinct species.

Hand-painted pottery is the perfect way to add a bit of decoration to your potted plants.

Help your child create a mosaic mirror frame that's a bit modern and a bit vintage at the same time. All she needs are a dollar store frame and an old CD!

Homophones are those tricky little words that tend to confound early learners. Help your second grader ace the challenge with this outdoor game.

Practice math and measurement with your third grader this Fourth of July by making these festive cupcakes!

Race to create an equation in this game will help your child and his opponents get creative with addition, subtraction and multiplication.

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

Play this fun game with your kindergarten or first grader. It's a great way to practice important math skills, including counting and addition.

This recycled craft makes a great addition to the dress-up box and is a two-in-one activity and party favor for princess-themed birthday parties.

Looking for a simple, yet unique writing activity for your child on Valentine's Day? Try a hand at haiku!

Nature is the greatest teacher, and you can help facilitate the lesson! Here's how to create a supply backpack to get your kid ready for science action!

Check out this fun and easy-to-play guessing game that will build your child's geometry vocabulary.

Need an outdoor activity for your next party or family gathering? Try this wacky group relay game that's fun for adults and kids alike.

This simple and introductory art project can help propel an interest in art or even bolster your kid's confidence in planning and mapping.

Hanukkah gelt is a festive treat for the Festival of Lights. Make this Hanukkah gelt even more special with chocolate-dipped apricots.

Party noise makers help you ring in the New Year loud and proud. These party noise makers are eco-friendly and festive for your holiday celebration.