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.

Car cluttered with old maps now that you've adopted GPS technology? Upcycle them in this fun geography craft.

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

Kids put their geography knowledge to the test in this balloon volley game inspired by the Dr. Seuss book "Oh the Places You'll Go".

Choose a destination and "race" your way there! This activity is a great for charting progress and motivation.

Spark your child's interest in international sporting events by creating a banner of world flags.

Build your child's social studies skills by making a map together.

When it comes to helping your third grader manage a school backpack, small steps now bring big payoffs later.