Understanding how a map works is tricky for kids, so why not make it into a fun activity for the whole family?

Your child can create an interactive map of his neighborhood focusing on the different textures he finds!

In this activity, your second grader will design her very own heart map to show what she's really made of.

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

Build your child's vocabulary and get his body moving at the same time with this fun dance map activity!

This family project is a fun way to teach your child about her heritage and practice her geography.

Celebrate African heritage by making an African flag banner. This fun, culturally-inspired art project is perfect for Black History Month.

It's always good to have a little help during the holiday. Show your child how to set a table setting and then help him create a placemat map.

Take a page from Art Nouveau master Gustav Klimt and compose a shining collage.

Learn all about Misty Copeland, a famous African American ballerina with this hands-on, colorful art project!

In this activity you and your child will learn about the African Americans that changed history in a fun quiz format.

Create a special Father’s Day surprise by planning and mapping a hike around the neighborhood!

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

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.

Give your child a chance to review his knowledge of safety and show off his writing skills at the same time by writing a safety manual to share at home.

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

Tracing is a great technique for clearing your mind and relaxing. Help your child learn how to calm themselves down and clear their minds by tracing their hands.

Back-to-back breathing is a great way to practice self-calming while also creating connection and developing trust.

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

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

Give your child some practice with even numbers, while creating a cute Christmas keepsake. Create this skip counting book.

With school, home, and activities in between, life can sometimes feel chaotic to kids. Help your child learn how to stop and relax with handmade peace rocks.

Making a calendar is a great way for third graders to identify those words that are always capitalized. Here's how to get started.

This activity creatively guides students in reflecting on and understanding what's happening inside of themselves at any given point.

A great way to cultivate awareness, focus and attention in the present is through movement. Mindful movement can also decrease stress and anxiety and increase calm.

Send your child on a table of contents treasure hunt to help build basic research skills! Navigating a book is a skill that is sure to come in handy later on.

This activity will inspire adults and kids alike to take time to explore the beauty in their community and discover the colors of fall while developing their descriptive and creative writing skills! 

Use a basic tape recorder and some favorite books to help your first grader read smoothly--and make someone's day in the process!

Help your child create a rebus message for a unique Father's Day card or poster; it's like a collage and encoded message all in one!

Not only will you and your kindergartener create a beautiful photo keepsake, you'll also have the chance to spend time together and relive special memories.