Invite your child to create a lovely windmill using the ancient art of origami.

Give your child a taste of life in Civil War era America by mixing up a batch of old-fashioned cornbread, adapted from a 19th century recipe.

Help your child learn more about the military by having him create a portrait of a soldier and write a short summary about why that soldier is important.

Celebrate Veterans Day or Memorial Day by creating some patriotic paper star charms to honor those who have served in the military.