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Add some artsy fun to your child's next reading adventure by letting them draw the characters.

Encourage your child to explore her favorite fairy tale, and learn about characters, plot, setting and story sequence as she draws her own pictures.

Let your child step into the main character's shoes as they keep track of the setting, events, and names of characters in the story by keeping a journal.

This Thanksgiving cornucopia activity will give you a nice homemade table decoration and will give your child a festive reason to read, write, and be thankful.

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

Help your child to create a familiar favorite from a book or series he adores out of papier-mache. Exercise your child's imagination and language arts skills.

It's always good to have a little help during the holiday. Show your child how to set a table setting and then help him create a placemat map.

Inspired by the crispy, crunchy leaves of fall, this fanciful project is simple, easy and completely affordable. Now that's something to be thankful for!

Representing the story in a visual way makes it easier for your child to compare the traits of various characters.

This watercolor landscape creates the background for the adventures of Little Red Riding Hood by using spooky silhouettes for the characters.

Greek mythology offers up some of the most epic tales ever. This Greek mythology tree activity introduces him to some of the main characters in Greek mythology.

Reinforce your child’s understanding of geometry and 2D shapes while learning about the artist Mary Blair and her amazing contributions to many loved movies, books, and characters throughout her career.

Children will read a book, then retell the story with pictures they have painted on stones.

This activity will help generate ideas for your child to write about...without the moans and groans!

Unleash your child's imagination by inviting them to create a tall tale set in their own hometown.

In this social emotional learning activity, kids will reflect on the past goals they've accomplished, then brainstorm new ideas, inventions, or goals they would like to accomplish and make a prototype to help visualize their achievement.

In this inspiring activity, children create and perform their very own Reader’s Theater about helping the planet!

Transform your home into a theater with this fun Fall Family Theater Night activity! Invite the family to gather together to practice reading a fun fall-themed story in the format of a play.

Let your second grader channel a famous Dr. Seuss character--the Cat in the Hat--with this hat-making activity inspired by the main character.

Learn how to make a mustache with these simple instructions. See how to make a mustache on a stick for Halloween, costume parties, or dress up.

Make the most out of your next wait at the airport by playing Airport Lounge, a fun and creative game of storytelling and make-believe!

Did you ever add salt to pasta? Did it help cook the pasta faster? If not, find out in this science fair project idea.

Make a story summary folder with your child to help develop reading comprehension and critical thinking skills.

Channel the artistic spirit of Romare Bearden by making a mixed media collage to express different moods.

Boost creativity with this simple activity where kids make up biographies of people they find in old magazines.

Meet Medusa, a terrifying, spine-tingling monster -- and the inspiration for your child's latest colorful art project!

Create your very own adorable reindeer to keep you company throughout the holiday season.

Introduce your child to the world of motion and physics with a bit of marble play inspired by Sir Isaac Newton!

A tall glass of lemonade is the perfect summer treat. Make it even better with these creative twists on classic lemonade!

Make a dreidel card this Hanukkah to give to someone special and help your child celebrate the holiday!