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Help your child make her very own clock with a recycled, thrift store find to give as a gift or keep for yourself!

For most second graders, a good secret code is just about irresistible. Here's one that builds math facts while you're at it!

Not sure what to do with all of those leftover boxes from holiday gifts? Tap into your crafty side by creating an adorable snow person with your child. This activity is sure to bring smiles to those who pass your yard or come into your home all season lon

Tangrams are a kindergarten staple, but now it's time to take them to the next level! Get your child started on geometry with this tangram puzzle.

Need to cool down on a hot summer night? This gazpacho recipe does the trick.

This bookmark is a helpful tool to use during and after reading to remind your child of "good reader" strategies that she can use on her own.

This recipe makes bubbles that not only blow up nice and big, but do tricks and experiments! How do you do it? It's not a secret, it's science!

Learn about this simple machine and make a pulley of your own to use for fun science trials.

Science fair project idea that examines different physical characteristics of a chosen animal. Make educated guesses about evolution based on animal's form.

Take a break with a paper bag costume. A great rainy-day art project.

This colorful caterpillar attaches itself to pencil holders and guards your school supplies!

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

Brrrrr! It's chilly outside. Now's the perfect time to create a snow globe. But, don't worry, you don't need glass for this dome.

A Valentine's Day pop-up card is the perfect way to show your love on February 14th. Get creative with a fun 3-D paper art project.

What is a wedge? Kids find out by experimenting with different wedges in this simple science fair project idea.

Children will learn all about cause and effect as they experiment with potion-making in this Halloween themed activity.

Enjoy this kid-friendly recipe for Irish soda bread, just in time for St. Patrick's Day!

Teach your first or second grader about an important Mexican holiday, the Day of the Dead, with this traditional skeleton mask made out of a paper plate.

2nd graders with some weaving experience can turn a gallon milk jug and plastic grocery bags into a functional basket.

Sweet corn muffins are a delicious and unexpected Valentine's Day treat. Make a batch of sweet corn muffins with a hidden surprise this Valentine's Day.

Understanding what forgiveness is and why it is important for friendships is a critical life skill. In this home activity, your child will learn about forgiveness and write a forgiveness letter to someone.

Get back into school with this exciting architecture exploration! In this craft activity your child will research, draw, and build his own school.

Trying to find sums of groups of multiples is a great way to practice your addition. Be sure to double check your work. If you clear all of the cards, you win!

Countries all around the world have been using the abacus for thousands of years to make math easier. Have your kid make his own abacus to practice arithmetic.

Your child can use colorful construction paper to make an easy paper basket to hold some of his special things!

Show your child how to paint in true Georgia O'Keeffe style. He'll enjoy painting art inspired by a master, and boost his math skills, too.