Inspired by colorful African drums and crafted from recyclable materials, these pencil holders will make a bold and charming addition to any desk set.

Who knew that you could make beads out of rose petals? Not only can it be done, but the beads smell wonderful!

Using aluminum is a great way to recycle and make some shiny ornaments borrowing from this traditional Mexican art form. Here's an easy kids' activity!

Help your child create a magical miniature garden in the most unlikely of places: a recycled plastic bottle!

Transform a brown paper grocery bag into a hat in this arts and crafts activity!

Coil your daughter's two favorite colors into a wearable pendant with just a few scraps of felt!

In this experiment, students will discover how heat and pressure turn clay into slate, phyllite, and finally schist.

Vincent van Gogh painted golden hued pictures of the harvest using bold lines and vibrant color. Your child can explore this style of art using oil pastels.

This fun experiment provides a concrete and visually striking illustration of photosynthesis.

This easy at-home experiment is a great way to "see" science.

Learn about the architecture of Asia by building your very own model of a pagoda!

Help your child create a working lung model that fills with air just like the lungs inside of his own chest when he breathes.

This easy-to-make perfume powder will keep your kid smelling fresh and clean. Got a birthday or special occasion coming up? It also makes a great gift!

Teach your child how to accessorize the environmental way!

In this activity, your child will make her own "quicksand" to better understand how a substance can be both fluid and solid at the same time.

In this science experiment, do tensile strength test on fishing line, a strand of hair, a rubber band, and any other materials you're curious about!

Kids will make predictions about cricket behavior by conducting this fun and easy experiment which simulates different environments for crickets.

Boys might wrinkle their noses at the thought of gardening, but we guarantee they'll like this activity! Make a recycled terrarium full of bug-eating plants.

Thanksgiving is a time to be with loved ones. It's also a time to chow down! Need help in the kitchen? There's no better helper than an avid fourth grader.

Nothing says Father's Day like a brand new necktie. Much tastier than fabric ties, these sweet baked versions are the perfect gift for Dad.

Learn about Andy Warhol and his famous portraits with your child by creating your own self-portrait in his trademark style.

Want to build your child's literary repertoire with tools like foreshadowing and description? Try a spooky Halloween story!

Make this delicious coconut cream pie recipe this Kwanzaa, and teach your kids the meaning of this important African-American holiday.

Brooches never go out of style! Your child can create a flower brooch that will look fantastic pinned to clothing, or even a bag. They also make great gifts.

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

What is the hydrologic cycle and how does it work? Check out this fun and easy science project where you will model and learn about Earth's water cycle!

This science fair project looks one of the most important factors affecting seed germination: water. A fun and easy plant biology experiment for 3rd graders.

This clay "painting" activity encourages and supports creative development and critical thinking skills.

Are you looking for a fun pool game that doesn't require a lot of heavy accessories? Try Steal the Bacon, a creative form of tag your child is sure to love.

Plan a family dinner based on the "Little House" books, and encourage reading in the household!