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Enhance fourth-grade measurement making skills and social studies learning with this stitching project.

Learn an ancient craft with this introduction to weaving. A great tie-in for kids learning about ancient cultures.

This science project encourages students to investigate the Mozart Effect, the idea that classical music promotes learning.

Help your child comprehend the past by using hands-on activities like this homemade lantern project.

Celebrate Black History Month by having your child make her own version of a kente cloth after learning what the different colors on a kente cloth symbolize.

Craft a paper rocket in this hands-on activity inspired by the life of Mae Jemison!

Here is a hands-on activity to help third graders understand the four points of a compass...and how we use them to get around.

Challenge your fourth grader to try to recreate the geography of her state using just flour, salt, and water.

Try this recipe with your child and explore Ethiopia through one of its dietary staples: injera, or flat bread!

Teach your child about the art of ancient Australia by creating your own handprint art just like Aboriginal artists did thousands of years ago.

This cultural craft makes a pretty decoration and teaches kids about other cultures.

Has your child ever told you he wants to travel the world and meet new people? Why not keep track of his future travel plans with some fun footprint art.

With this activity, you'll create a family treasure...and reinforce social studies basics while you're at it!

Ancient Greek vases were not only utilitarian, they were also works of art. Jump into ancient cultures by decorating your own vase in classic Greek style.

To celebrate black history month, use this matching quiz to help your kid demonstrate their knowledge of famous African-Americans.

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.

Get started on an ofrenda for Dia de los Muertos with this easy edible sugar skull project.

What better way to remember the achievements of past U.S. Presidents than with a game of memory!

Explore the world from your own home by conducting research about other cultures with your 4th grade child.

Check out this sweet recipe idea perfect for celebrating Dia de los Muertos.

Your first or second grader will delight in creating multi-colored confetti egg smashers, traditional in Mexico, called cascarones!

Help your kids put together a travel journal for your family's next vacation to get them reading, writing, and thinking about what's happening on the trip.

Create a compass rose from sidewalk chalk in this summer geography project!

Attention, Anglophiles! Get your fill of artsy crafts and historical fun with this jewelry project.

Help your child make a recycling poster for your household and teach them how to take care of the environment!

Have your child try her hand at creating a colorful, beaded necklace that's not only stylish, but also tells a story.

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.

Explore Pilgrim foodways with three heritage cornbread recipes.

This Kool-Aid tie-dye activity is a kid-friendly craft that never gets old. Learn how to make tie-dye shirts using assorted Kool-Aid flavors here.

Give your second-grader insight into the Huichol culture of Mexico with this arts and craft activity by creating an ojo de Dios (eye of God), or yarn weaving.