Making decorative pottery is a great way to experiment with making patterns and texture on a traditionally smooth surface.

Here's a place mat your second grader can create, based on the classic frontier tradition of patchwork quilting.

Have your child construct his own Christmas tree from construction paper while cutting, overlapping and measuring to create an adorable modern design.

During the Passover Seder, many Jewish families pour a cup of red wine for Elijah. This year, help your child create his own welcoming glass for Elijah.

Your third grader will be amazed at the explosive combination of vinegar and baking soda in these chocolate volcano cupcakes with white chocolate "lava."

When you rub a balloon on your head, your hair stands up; but is that true for everyone? Does hair color affect static electricity?

In this cool project, create a lighted, scale model of the different layers of the Sun, including the core, radiation and convection zones, and photosphere.

This little chick is so cute that your child will want to make a whole flock to call her own.

Your child can turn cookie dough into a big pile of colorful painted fall leaves ready for eating!

To help your child learn how to use a thermometer, try this temperature collecting activity at home.

This Pysanky egg-decorating activity is perfect for young artists. Bring a little color and creativity to any holiday with this traditional Ukrainian craft.

Homemade Halloween treats make great party foods for an All Hallow's Eve get together. These four homemade Halloween treats are scary-good.