Your 1st grade scientist will improve her observation skills as she's encouraged to eat healthy by comparing the dry and fresh fruit in this experiment.

Weave a unique ribbon pattern! This fun arts and crafts activity is a great way to make colorful projects and learn basic math and art skills.

Help your child craft a magnetic menorah that they can safely "light" themselves!

This is a simple, nutritious food kids love for snacks and lunches all year.

Challenge your budding wordsmith to see how many words he can make out of his own name, using homemade flashcards.

Celebrate the popular holiday Diwali with a craft! Make a homemade diya lamp to welcome light over darkness.

Create a little magic with this special craft that transforms a regular paper tree into a Valentine masterpiece.

Celebrate Ramadan by recreating a scene depicting the inside of a mosque. Your kid will marvel at the beautiful stained glass effect of the finished project.

Kids are acutely aware of what's "fair" and what's not. Here's a quirky way to teach your first grader the importance of voting and democracy.

First graders are learning to think like scientists. What better place to start, then by raising tadpoles? This hands-on activity explores science in action!

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.

Word color association is just a fancy way to talk about the way we connect colors with words.

Create a beautiful piece of art to celebrate Hanukkah! Using easy to find materials, your child will create a one of a kind suncatcher great for decoration or even a gift to family and friends!

Teach your child about recycling and gardening as she re-uses an empty plastic milk gallon jug to craft a swan-shaped plant container!

Shake those dice and try to roll big numbers in this first grade math game. Practice addition in a new, fun way!

Not sure what to do with all of those leftover boxes from holiday gifts? Tap into your crafty side by creating an adorable snow person with your child. This activity is sure to bring smiles to those who pass your yard or come into your home all season lon

This DIY menorah will make a beautiful addition to your Hanukkah celebrations. Make a DIY menorah with your child this winter.

Cookie cutters aren't just for gingerbread men anymore. Here are 8 fun and creative projects to do with cookie-cutters!

Help your child practice symmetry with this fun activity that will leave your child with a sweet symmetrical treat!

Transfer your child's artwork onto clothing using an iron-on transfer. It's easier than it sounds, and your child will love wearing his artwork!

Mobiles make fun art projects for creative kids. Help your child bend simple pipe cleaners into bug shapes as diverse as the creepy crawlies that inspired them.

This science fair project idea demonstrates how air resistance contributes to denser objects falling faster than less dense objects.

Before hitting the road this summer, arm yourself with Straight Face, a game guaranteed to turn bored frowns into happy grins and giggles.

Enjoy the beautiful outdoors and indulge in a colorful game of I Spy while you're at it! It's just as fun as classic I Spy but twice as educational.

First graders will love practicing addition with this fun math game.

The meaning of Thanksgiving can sometimes get lost among the fun of food and family. Discuss the meaning of Thanksgiving with this fun activity.

Invite your first grader to play with his food! He will improve his fine motor skills as he creates zany edible art!

This Thanksgiving, make a pine cone turkey that can double as a personalized place setting for each family member.

A scarecrow Halloween craft featuring recycled materials.

Arrange a cluster of glittering pumpkins on your dining table or use them as individual place cards to add a little sparkle to your next fall party.