In this activity, your child will learn and practice mindfulness by using their senses to focus on one thing at a time.

Use reusable, recyclable materials--along with a dose of imagination--to build a castle with first grade geometrical forms.

Put a twist on traditional oil painting with this fun science activity that you and your first grader can do together.

In kindergarten, your child spent lots of time counting things one by one. But in first grade, he'll need to be able to count in groups, especially by fives.

First grade math includes lots of work with two-digit numbers. Here's an activity to help kids practice recognizing and sequencing numbers from 1-30.

Ask your kids to write these one-sentence "Holiday Wishes." Without realizing it, they'll be building third grade Language Arts skills.

Children learn the six parts of a plant...but do they really understand? Try this plant-themed meal plan to bring school science into the home.

Create some flying bats with your little one this Halloween season. This activity is a great way for your little one to learn about symmetry.

Salute your "#1 Dad" with this creative pop-up card!

Looking for a cool game to help your first grader learn her 11s? Look no further than this clever one-person card game.

Create a crafty porcupine with your first grader, and use the opportunity to teach your little one about it's ingenious (yet painful!) defense mechanism.

Turn leftover puzzle pieces into a one-of-a-kind necklace that's sure to brighten any outfit.

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

The perfect activity for a rainy day, or any time your little one moans, "Moooo-oom, there's nothing to do!"

Teach your little one to appreciate all the best things in life with a keepsake Thanksgiving plate.

Make this cool iPod or cell phone case for Dad out of one of his little-used ties.

Introduce your little one to the joys of gardening with this adorable do-it-yourself planter made from clothespins.

Teach your first grade scientist the difference between liquids and solids using maple syrup.

In this activity, students will be challenged to describe and count the ways a toy moves from one position on a grid to another.

Boost those first grade reading and writing skills with this sweet Mother's Day poem idea.

Help your first grade reader understand verbs by doing them in this boisterous playground relay race.

Your little one will have fun making this pot of gold craft that can easily be displayed on any doorknob or hook.

This first grade addition math game helps your child use critical thinking skills while practicing his computation.

Practice problem solving skills with your kindergarten or first grade student in this fun connect-the-dots game!

This unique Santa is made only from circles. Your little one will have a fantastic time puzzling together Santa's face with this circle-centric activity.

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

If you are looking for a special way to celebrate dad on his day, help your little one to design a creative letter photo collage.

Little kids love this messy but fun Easter party game: bob for chocolate Easter eggs in a giant blob of whipped cream. The first one to find all her eggs wins!

Here's a hilarious alternative to those sugary conversation hearts...and a way to keep building first grade literacy skills while you're at it!

Help your first grade reader become an expert in "sh," "ch," and "th" words with this fun, homemade game.